QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. Describe the significance of a master's degree in health services for a
Medical and Health Services Manager's career.
A master's degree is only beneficial for research positions, not
management.
A master's degree is optional and not necessary for managerial
roles.
A master's degree in health services is essential for career
advancement and is typically required for managerial positions
in healthcare.
A master's degree is required only for hospital settings, not
outpatient clinics.
2. Describe the role of Medical and Health Services Managers in healthcare
delivery.
They are responsible for medical education and training.
They provide direct patient care and treatment.
They oversee healthcare delivery in various settings, ensuring
quality and compliance.
They focus solely on financial management of healthcare facilities.
3. What are the three types of management roles that HA's can oversee?
only generalists who manage an entire facility or system
only specific clinical departments
only managers of a physician group practice
specific clinical departments, generalists who manage an entire
facility or system, or managers of a physician group practice
,4. Which of the following is the largest employer of healthcare workers?
Physician's offices
Hospitals
Nursing homes and residential care communities
Home health care services
5. What is the minimum educational requirement for a Medical and Health
Services Manager?
PhD
bachelor's degree
master's degree
associate's degree
6. If a healthcare organization expands its group practice significantly, what
managerial challenges might arise that would require the expertise of a
medical and health services manager?
Less need for technology integration and training
Decreased patient satisfaction and lower revenue
Simplified operations and reduced staffing needs
Increased regulatory compliance and staff management
challenges
7. If a candidate has a bachelor's degree and has completed a state-
approved training program, what additional steps must they take to
become a licensed nursing home administrator?
Take a national certification exam and submit a job application
Work in a healthcare setting for two years
Obtain a master's degree and complete an internship
, Pass a licensing examination and pursue continuing education
8. If a clinical manager identifies a decline in staff performance, what steps
should they take to address this issue effectively?
Increase staff workload to improve performance.
Conduct a survey among patients to gather feedback.
Evaluate personnel and work quality, provide training or
resources, and adjust policies or procedures as necessary.
Ignore the issue and focus on other responsibilities.
9. Role in healthcare management that oversees the entire facilities.
Healthcare department manager
Research manager
Generalists
Healthcare finance manager
Specialists
Healthcare administrator
10. What is the responsibility of overseeing day-to-day operations called?
leadership
management
guidance
control
11. Describe the role of the Profession Association of Healthcare Office
Management (PAHCOM) in the healthcare industry.
The PAHCOM provides certifications and resources for
healthcare office management professionals to enhance their