Module 1
Why might a medical assistant pursue further certification?
to improve their job prospects, increase their earning potential, and advance their career
what cell organelles is responsible for transporting materials throughout the cell?
Endoplasmic reticulum
what are the two most common identifiers used to confirm patient identity?
Name and birth date
what supplies and equipment are commonly in an examination room for a general patient exam?
Exam gowns
Exam table
Otoscope
What can result in contamination of the sterile field?
Forceps that are placed on the 1-inch border
What are the advantages of being certified as a medical assistant, even if it is not legally required in a state?
increased job opportunities and higher earning potential
what is classifications of bone describes the skull?
Flat
A patient enters the medical office. The medical assistant greets them and verifies the patient’s name, address, telephone number, insurance information, and emergency contact. This specific information describes which of the following? A. Personal information B. Demographics C. Medical record D.
Patient identifiers
Demographics
what equipment and instruments are commonly used during a gynecological exam?
Stirrups
Retractor
Speculum
Cytology kit
what are the benefits of wound closure?
Aids in healing
Prevents infection
Helps minimize scarring
What are the primary benefits of mobile health units?
increased access to care for underserved communities, lower costs for both patients and the healthcare system, and improved health outcomes through preventative care and chronic disease management
What are the primary differences between diabetes mellitus types 1 and 2?
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body destroys insulin-producing cells, resulting in a complete lack of insulin, while Type 2 diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance, where the body can't use insulin effectively, and often the pancreas eventually doesn't produce enough insulin
What is objective information?
Blood pressure 128/74 mm Hg
Heart rate 88/min
Weight 175 lb
what equipment and instruments are commonly used in a pulmonology specialty?
Pulse oximeter
Peak flow meter
Spirometer
A patient has a deep wound on their scalp. what types of wound closures should be used?
Surgical staples
Describe the medical assistant’s role in patient portals.
enrolling patients, providing technical assistance, managing appointments, handling communication like sharing test results, and facilitating telehealth visits
What precautions can help prevent a pandemic?
Preventing a pandemic involves personal precautions like getting vaccinated, practicing good hygiene, and avoiding crowds, along with broader measures such as wearing masks, covering coughs and sneezes, and cleaning hands frequently.
what is an example of what the medical assistant may be responsible for documenting?
Medical history
Social history
Chief complaint
Family history
What procedures will require specific preparation prior to the procedure?
Colonoscopy
what are postsurgical discharge instructions for a patient who had a biopsy of the breast?
Change the dressing
Observe signs of infection
Apply medication to the wound
What is the primary difference between fee-for-service and value-based care?
fee-for-service (FFS) reimburses providers for the quantity of services they deliver, while value-based care (VBC) reimburses providers for the quality of care and patient health outcomes
What does NPO mean?
Nothing by mouth
While reviewing a patient’s health history form, the medical assistant noticed they did not complete the social and occupational history part of the form. Why might a patient not complete this portion of the form, and what should the medical assistant do?
privacy concerns, confusion, oversight, or discomfort
What considerations should be done when communicating with older patients?
Repeat questions or comments, if necessary
Several days after an office-based surgery, a patient experiences nausea and abdominal pain. Based on postsurgical instructions, which of the following should the patient do?
Contact the medical office to speak with the health care provider