Chapter 1 Flashcards
Which two scientists developed a vaccine that brought polio under control?
Albert Sabin and Jonas Salk
Chiropractors treat only bone and joint disorders.
False
Which procedure was first performed by Dr. Christiaan Barnard?
Heart transplant from one human to another
One of the functions of the patient-centered medical home model is
To coordinate the care a patient receives from multiple providers
MA Jonah administers a flu shot to Mrs. Contreras, but then realizes he was supposed to have given her a COVID-19 booster. He reports his mistake, following facility policy for medication errors. Which characteristic of professionalism does this show best?
Honesty
An RMA credential is awarded by which of the following?
AMT
Long nails and colored polish are always acceptable in the medical profession
False
The prime concern of all employees of the physician’s office should be:
caring for the patient
Which of the following patients is not receiving care in an ambulatory center?
A hospital inpatient
If an MA works for a home health agency, what type of tasks is most likely to be involved?
Tasks related to monitoring and testing
Employees should be aware of the attendance policies in their facility’s policy and procedures manual.
True
Which of the following is a clinical task often delegated to MAs?
Drawing blood for testing
Which legislation most affects the which laboratory tests can be performed in a physician’s office lab?
CLIA
What types of tasks do medical assistants commonly perform in ambulatory care settings?
Administrative and clinical tasks
Which scientist first described circulatory system?
William Harvey
Which of the following is not a key feature of the PCMH?
Inpatient services
The Father of Medicine contributed which of the following to medicine?
Hippocratic Oath
Which scientist first described circulatory system?
William Harvey
Medical centers and regional and specialty hospitals are considered
tertiary level of care
