ABBREVIATIONS
PO
BY MOUTH
Doctor who only sees pediatric patients
Pediatician
what does AAMA stand for
American Association of Medical Assistants
Edema
What injection is given at a 90 degree angle?
Intramuscular
BID
TWICE A DAY
Care for the female reproductive system
OBGYN
Though it is not a requirement to graduate the MA program, it is highly encouraged to take the Certified Medical Assistant exam, soon after graduation.
TRUE
Biopsy
What injection is given at a 45 degree angle
Subq
RX
PRESCRIPTION
Treats disorders that effect the brain , spinal cord and nerves
Neurologist
The Medical Assistant Externship is a required course which consists of 250 hours, unpaid, of hands-on training at a medical office.
High blood pressure
Hypertension
At what degree is it considered a fever ?
100.4
PRN
AS NEEDED
Perform Eye exams , performs eye surgery
Ophthalmologist
MAs were originally trained on the job.
TRUE
Benign
What does HIPAA Stand for ?
Health Insurance portability and Accountability act
QID
FOUR TIMES A DAY
Treats disorders of the ears , nose, throat .
ENT
The ability to work with the sick and the infirm, depends on one's ability and willingness to show ____?
Indicates the presence of cancerous cells
Malignant
Occupational safety and health administration