Pearsons Comprehensive Medical Assisting 4th Edition Beaman Test Bank
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1 Pearsons Comprehensive Medical Assisting 4th Edition Beaman Test Bank Pearson's Comprehensive Medical Assisting, 4e (Beaman) Chapter 1 Medical Assisting: The Profession True/False Questions 1) A physician may never delegate tasks to a medical assistant that would be viewed as a medical assistant practicing medicine. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 9 Objective: 1.6 2) The medical assistant's main responsibility is to assist the physician in providing patient care. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 6 Objective: 1.5 3) State laws can vary on who can delegate duties to a medical assistant. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 9 Objective: 1.6 4) It is important to present a confident, professional image that helps put the patient at ease. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 10 Objective: 1.7 5) More and more employers are requiring credentials as a condition for employment. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 10 Objective: 1.8 6) It is your responsibility as a medical assistant to only practice within your scope of practice. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 6 Objective: 1.5 7) A licensed medical assistant can perform the same duties as a licensed nurse. Answer: FALSE Page Ref: 7 Objective: 1.5 8) The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final ruling mandating that EVERY medical assistant is abl e to enter physician orders in a computerized order entry system. Answer: FALSE Page Ref: 10 Objective: 1.8 2 9) The medical assistant is uniquely qualified to perform the administrative and clinical procedures associated with the responsibilities of a medical office assigned by the physician. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 7 Objective: 1.5 10) A patient navigator is the primary source of communication between the patient and their health care providers. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 14 Objective: 1.11 11) One of the goals of a patient navigator is to streamline the healthcare services that the patient receives. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 14 Objective: 1.11 12) A job in the medical records department would require general administrative skills, understanding of medical terminology, and knowledge of insurance coding. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 14 Objective: 1.10 13) The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) offers 3 medical assisting credentials, the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), and the National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA). Answer: FALSE Page Ref: 11, 12 Objective: 1.9 14) Medical assisting requires mastery of a complex body of knowledge and specialized skills requiring both formal education and practical experience. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 4 Objective: 1.2 15) A medical assistant in a diploma program should expect to be in school for 6 months to 1 year. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 5 Objective: 1.3 3 16) In addition to normal business hours, urgent care facilities have business hours at night and on the weekends. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 6 Objective: 1.5 17) The Medical Office Assistant (NCMOA) credential is offered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 12 Objective: 1.9 18) Potential job opportunities for medical assistants may include insurance claims coder and multifunctional technician. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 13 Objective: 1.10 19) A physician's office is an example of an ambulatory care setting. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 13 Objective: 1.10 20) A medical assistant who witnesses unsafe workplace behavior has a responsibility to notify OSHA. Answer: TRUE Page Ref: 13 Objective: 1.5 Multiple Choice Questions 1) Which of the following is NOT an administrative responsibility of a medical assistant? A) Greeting and receiving patients B) Giving an injection C) Handling petty cash D) Reconciling bank statements Answer: B Page Ref: 6 Objective: 1.5 4 2) Which of the following is NOT a clinical responsibility of a medical assistant? A) Obtaining a medical history B) Cleaning and sterilizing equipment C) Transcribing medical dictation D) Performing ECGs Answer: C Page Ref: 7 Objective: 1.5 3) Which of the following is a clinical responsibility of a medical assistant? A) Obtaining a patient's vital signs B) Maintaining employee records C) Handling insurance claims D) Managing the telephone Answer: A Page Ref: 7 Objective: 1.5 4) Which of the following is an administrative responsibility of a medical assistant? A) Filing patient records B) Venipuncture C) Collecting laboratory specimens D) Disposing of hazardous waste Answer: A Page Ref: 7 Objective: 1.5 5) Students who desire to one day advance to management position should pursue a program in the field of medical assisting. A) bachelor B) certificate C) degree D) diploma Answer: C Page Ref: 5 Objective: 1.3 6) Which of the following is an outpatient setting that offers comprehensive health care services in one convenient location? A) Clinic B) Patient -centered medical home C) Physician's office D) Urgent care facility Answer: B Page Ref: 13 Objective: 1.10
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