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Historically, medical assistants were trained on the job by ________.
A Physician
Which of the following is NOT a clinical responsibility of a medical assistant?
It is the medical assistant's responsibility to become familiar with the medical assistant's scope of practice in his or her ________.
State
To qualify for RMA (Registered Medical Assistant) certification, proof of work experience is not required if you ________.
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Which of the following is not required content according to the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)?
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The ability to work with the sick and the infirm depends on one's ability and willingness to show ________.
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Which of the following is not appropriate while working with patients nearby?
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A ________ streamlines the patient's health care experience.
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________ is a recent advancement in modern medicine and used routinely during certain forms of surgery.
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A medical assistant working alongside a ________ will most often be setting up referral services for patients.
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The field of ________ deals with the ordering, maintenance, preparation, and distribution of prescription medications.
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A(n) ________ types or enters into the computer dictation that is taken from a recording machine or tape.
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A(n) ________ treats diseases or disabilities of the joints, bones, and nerves by massage and exercises.
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A patient who remains overnight in a hospital receives ________ care.
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________ first theorized about blood circulation in the human body.
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The ________ serves as an ethical guide for physicians.
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In most cases, employers carry ________ liability insurance coverage.
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The ________ allows patients to request that life-sustaining treatments NOT be used.
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The improper use of someone else's money or assets is ________.
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A contract between two parties should include a(n) ________.
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The ________ allows persons 18 years or older to make a gift of their body parts.
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What are the Four D's of Negligence?
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The ________ asserts that the physician must provide the same knowledge that a similarly trained physician would provide.
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Which is NOT one of the physician's rights?
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Being ________ is considered an assertive behavior.
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Which term may be an unprofessional way to address patients?
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Justifying thoughts or behaviors to avoid the truth is called ________.
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Every patient has the right to ________.
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Study Notes
Medical Assistants and Training
- Historically, medical assistants received on-the-job training under a physician's guidance.
- Awareness of the medical assistant's scope of practice is essential and varies by state.
Responsibilities and Certification
- Transcribing medical dictation is not a clinical responsibility of a medical assistant.
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification does not require proof of work experience if obtained within three years of graduation.
- The CAAHEP outlines essential curriculum content for medical assistant training, with physics not being a required subject.
Patient Interaction and Care
- Empathy is crucial for effectively working with sick patients.
- Unprofessional behaviors near patients include chewing gum, eating, or drinking.
Healthcare Roles
- A patient navigator helps streamline healthcare experiences and promotes patient self-care.
- Robotics are a recent advancement in surgical procedures.
- Medical assistants work alongside dieticians to provide specialized care for patients with particular nutritional needs.
Related Medical Fields
- Pharmacy encompasses the management and distribution of prescription medications.
- Medical transcriptionists convert audio dictations from healthcare providers into written records.
- Physical therapists treat disorders of joints, bones, and nerves using various techniques.
Patient Care Types
- Inpatient care refers to treatment for patients who stay overnight in a hospital.
Historical Figures and Ethical Guidelines
- William Harvey theorized blood circulation in the human body.
- The Hippocratic Oath serves as a foundational ethical guide for physicians, emphasizing patient welfare and confidentiality.
Legal Considerations
- Employers typically carry general liability insurance for actions taken by employees during work.
- A living will allows patients to refuse life-sustaining treatments under certain conditions.
- Exploitation refers to the improper use of another's resources or assets.
Contracts and Legal Framework
- A valid contract must include consideration, offer, and acceptance.
- The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act permits individuals over 18 to donate organ parts at death for medical purposes.
Negligence and Professional Conduct
- The Four D's of Negligence: Duty, Dereliction, Direct Cause, and Damages define the legal framework for malpractice cases.
- The standard of care mandates physicians to provide treatment matching the knowledge and skills of peers in similar circumstances.
- Physicians do not have the right to terminate treatment as desired without patient considerations.
Effective Communication
- Being straightforward is recognized as assertive behavior in patient interactions.
- Addressing patients as "Junior" may be perceived as unprofessional.
- Rationalization involves justifying actions or thoughts to avoid facing uncomfortable truths.
Patient Rights
- Every patient is entitled to rights regarding their privacy and information confidentiality.
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Description
This quiz explores the essential training, responsibilities, and certification requirements for medical assistants. It covers the historical context of their training, emphasizes the importance of patient interaction, and details the scope of practice across different states. Additionally, it addresses the role of patient navigators and recent advancements in healthcare.
