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chapter 1 - the medical assistingprofession
how does the AAMA define medical assistants? - correct answer ✔as "multi-
skilled members of the health care team who perform administrative and
clinical procedures under the supervision of licensed health care providers."
as the availability of testing and treatment has moved from a more acute-care
setting to the ___ ____, there has been an expanding role for the medical
assistant in the delivery of care. - correct answer ✔provider's clinic
the medical assistant must possess a wide array of skills including what? -
correct answer ✔excellent communication skills, clinical skills that relate to
patient care, and administrative skills that are required to manage the facility
and the practice's finances.
according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are well over ____ __ ____
medical assisting jobs in the US. - correct answer ✔half a million
how much is the job outlook for MA's expected to increase by from 2014 to
2024? - correct answer ✔23%
medical assistants broad scope of knowledge and skills make them ideal
professionals for what type of setting? - correct answer ✔ambulatory care
what type of settings do medical assistants find employment in? - correct
answer ✔clinics, medical laboratories, insurance companies, government
agencies, pharmaceutical companies, educational institutions, surgical
centers, urgent-care facilities, and electrocardiography departments in
hospitals, etc.
, in 1997, what did the AAMA develop in coordination with the National Board of
Medical Examiners, Educators, and Practicing CMAs? - correct answer ✔the
Medical Assistant Role Delineation Chart, now known as the Occupational
Analysis of the CMA
entry level ____ must be mastered by MA students in academic programs. -
correct answer ✔competencies
a future medical assistant will be educated in the class room and in the
laboratory, allowing what? - correct answer ✔both an understanding of
foundational knowledge and processes, as well as an opportunity to practice
the hands-on skills required to master the responsibilities of the profession.
upon graduation from a medical assisting program, the students will receive a
____ or certificate of completion. - correct answer ✔diploma
what are the 3 terms used to define the transition period between classroom
and actual employment? - correct answer ✔practicum, externship, and
internship
what is the benefit of practical training? - correct answer ✔to allow the
student a safe environment to implement their knowledge and, if needed,
return to the educational setting for reinforcement of skills or knowledge.
what are the different benefits of practicum? - correct answer ✔students are
able to apply classroom knowledge and skill in a real-world medical setting,
while using the practicum experience to build a resume and establish a
network of support. As students progress in their skills and abilities, they
become oriented to the practice and may be extended an interview for
possible job placement.
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