NWCA MEDICAL ASSISTANT EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
American Hospital Association (AHA) - Correct Answers -The American Hospital
Association (AHA) is the national organization that represents and serves all types of
hospitals and health care networks.
American Medical Association (AMA) - Correct Answers -The AMA promotes the art
and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.
American Red Cross - Correct Answers -A disaster relief organization founded in
Washington, D.C. on May 21, 1881 by Clara Barton to aid US military and conduct
peace time relief work.
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) - Correct Answers -The
professional organization that certifies medical assistants and works to maintain
professional standards in the medical assisting profession.
World Health Organization (WHO) - Correct Answers -A group within the United Nations
responsible for human health, including combating the spread of infectious diseases
and health issues related to natural disasters.
American Medical Technologists - Correct Answers -The registering organization for
medical assistants that provides online continuing education, certification information,
and member news.
American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Correct Answers -A professional
association established to provide a national certification and credentialing process, to
support the national and local membership by providing educational products and
opportunities to networks, and to increase and promote national recognition and
awareness of professional coding.
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) - Correct Answers -The
professional membership organization for managers of health record services and
healthcare information systems as well as coding services; provides accreditation,
advocacy, certification, and educational services
Association for healthcare Documentation Integrity - Correct Answers -Professional
organization that in the field of medical transcription/editing
,Marie Curie - Correct Answers -A Polish physicist who, with French husband Pierre,
discovered radium emits subatomic particles
Florence Nightingale - Correct Answers -Founder of modern nursing
Blackwell Sisters - Correct Answers -Made it so women could study and practice
medicine
The Hippocratic Oath - Correct Answers -Oath taken by medical students swearing to
practice medicine in an ethical way
Scope of Practice for Medical Assistants - Correct Answers -Definition the permissible
procedures, actions, and processes for licensed individuals with specific education,
experience, demonstrated competency, and titles.
CMA credential - Correct Answers -The CMA (AAMA) is the only certification that limits
eligibility to candidates who have completed a postsecondary, accredited medical
assisting academic program.
RMA Credential - Correct Answers -The second-most recognized certification for
Medical Assistants. The RMA provides an excellent demonstration of skills as a Medical
Assistant
CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health and Education Programs) -
Correct Answers -The new accreditation agency for allied health education programs
that is recognized by the US Department of Education.
ABHES - Correct Answers -Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Organization that offers accreditation to higher education institutions.
NCCA - Correct Answers -National Commission for Certifying Agencies
Educational Requirements for Medical Assistants - Correct Answers -Certificate
Professional Organizations - Correct Answers -an organization of people in a particular
occupation that requires considerable training and specialized skills
Required Skills and Character Traits for the Medical Assistant - Correct Answers -
Effectively communicating, compassion, outgoing, non-judgmental
Healthcare Team Members - Correct Answers -learn about other team members, group
skills, customize care and manage smooth transitions, communicate with others in a
shared language.
Medical Practice Specializations - Correct Answers -Focused on a defined group of
patients, diseases, skills, or philosophy
,Wellness - Correct Answers -An ongoing process of practicing a healthy lifestyle to fend
off disease and maintain healthy parameters in all areas of life
Wellness Guidelines - Correct Answers -Keep a positive attitude.
Cherish your values.
Exercise your mind, body, and spirit.
Control your stress.
Sooth your tears.
Think happy thoughts.
Stay active.
Challenge your mind.
Forgive and forget.
Avoid dangerous drugs
Watch your sugar intake.
Walk briskly.
Enjoy the outdoors.
Maintain a healthy weight.
Eat a well-balanced diet.
Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables before eating.
Practice cleanliness.
Take medications as directed.
Lower your blood pressure and cholesterol.
Learn to breathe deeply.
Common Risk Factors for Disease - Correct Answers -Smoking or tobacco product use
Poor dental health
, Poor physical fitness
High blood pressure
Sedentary lifestyle
Very low blood pressure
High alcohol intake
Family history of cancer
Poor nutrition
Heart attack, stroke, or diabetes
Disregarding auto safety measures
Unsafe sex
High stress levels
High heart rate
Occupational hazards
Very low heart rate
Environmental Hazards
Unhealthy body mass index
Drug use and abuse
Risk-taking behavior
Lack of immunizations
Holistic Approach to Healthcare - Correct Answers -Recognization of there being a
connection between the body and mind
mind-body connection - Correct Answers -The idea that our emotions and thoughts can
affect how our body functions.
pain - Correct Answers -an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated
with actual or potential tissue damage
Types of pain - Correct Answers -acute and chronic
Pain Assessment - Correct Answers -An evaluation of the factors that alleviate or
exacerbate patient's pain
Pain Management - Correct Answers -techniques for preventing, reducing, or relieving
pain
Educating the patient - Correct Answers -Include teaching on diet, glucose monitoring,
medications, adverse reactions, hygiene, exercise, sick day protocols, medic alert
bracelets.
Organ Transplants - Correct Answers -Taking tissue or organ from one organism and
grafting it into the body of a second organism which can lead to rejection
Organ Tissue Donation Rules and Regulations - Correct Answers -Donor must be at
least 18 years old
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
American Hospital Association (AHA) - Correct Answers -The American Hospital
Association (AHA) is the national organization that represents and serves all types of
hospitals and health care networks.
American Medical Association (AMA) - Correct Answers -The AMA promotes the art
and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.
American Red Cross - Correct Answers -A disaster relief organization founded in
Washington, D.C. on May 21, 1881 by Clara Barton to aid US military and conduct
peace time relief work.
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) - Correct Answers -The
professional organization that certifies medical assistants and works to maintain
professional standards in the medical assisting profession.
World Health Organization (WHO) - Correct Answers -A group within the United Nations
responsible for human health, including combating the spread of infectious diseases
and health issues related to natural disasters.
American Medical Technologists - Correct Answers -The registering organization for
medical assistants that provides online continuing education, certification information,
and member news.
American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Correct Answers -A professional
association established to provide a national certification and credentialing process, to
support the national and local membership by providing educational products and
opportunities to networks, and to increase and promote national recognition and
awareness of professional coding.
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) - Correct Answers -The
professional membership organization for managers of health record services and
healthcare information systems as well as coding services; provides accreditation,
advocacy, certification, and educational services
Association for healthcare Documentation Integrity - Correct Answers -Professional
organization that in the field of medical transcription/editing
,Marie Curie - Correct Answers -A Polish physicist who, with French husband Pierre,
discovered radium emits subatomic particles
Florence Nightingale - Correct Answers -Founder of modern nursing
Blackwell Sisters - Correct Answers -Made it so women could study and practice
medicine
The Hippocratic Oath - Correct Answers -Oath taken by medical students swearing to
practice medicine in an ethical way
Scope of Practice for Medical Assistants - Correct Answers -Definition the permissible
procedures, actions, and processes for licensed individuals with specific education,
experience, demonstrated competency, and titles.
CMA credential - Correct Answers -The CMA (AAMA) is the only certification that limits
eligibility to candidates who have completed a postsecondary, accredited medical
assisting academic program.
RMA Credential - Correct Answers -The second-most recognized certification for
Medical Assistants. The RMA provides an excellent demonstration of skills as a Medical
Assistant
CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health and Education Programs) -
Correct Answers -The new accreditation agency for allied health education programs
that is recognized by the US Department of Education.
ABHES - Correct Answers -Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Organization that offers accreditation to higher education institutions.
NCCA - Correct Answers -National Commission for Certifying Agencies
Educational Requirements for Medical Assistants - Correct Answers -Certificate
Professional Organizations - Correct Answers -an organization of people in a particular
occupation that requires considerable training and specialized skills
Required Skills and Character Traits for the Medical Assistant - Correct Answers -
Effectively communicating, compassion, outgoing, non-judgmental
Healthcare Team Members - Correct Answers -learn about other team members, group
skills, customize care and manage smooth transitions, communicate with others in a
shared language.
Medical Practice Specializations - Correct Answers -Focused on a defined group of
patients, diseases, skills, or philosophy
,Wellness - Correct Answers -An ongoing process of practicing a healthy lifestyle to fend
off disease and maintain healthy parameters in all areas of life
Wellness Guidelines - Correct Answers -Keep a positive attitude.
Cherish your values.
Exercise your mind, body, and spirit.
Control your stress.
Sooth your tears.
Think happy thoughts.
Stay active.
Challenge your mind.
Forgive and forget.
Avoid dangerous drugs
Watch your sugar intake.
Walk briskly.
Enjoy the outdoors.
Maintain a healthy weight.
Eat a well-balanced diet.
Rinse fresh fruits and vegetables before eating.
Practice cleanliness.
Take medications as directed.
Lower your blood pressure and cholesterol.
Learn to breathe deeply.
Common Risk Factors for Disease - Correct Answers -Smoking or tobacco product use
Poor dental health
, Poor physical fitness
High blood pressure
Sedentary lifestyle
Very low blood pressure
High alcohol intake
Family history of cancer
Poor nutrition
Heart attack, stroke, or diabetes
Disregarding auto safety measures
Unsafe sex
High stress levels
High heart rate
Occupational hazards
Very low heart rate
Environmental Hazards
Unhealthy body mass index
Drug use and abuse
Risk-taking behavior
Lack of immunizations
Holistic Approach to Healthcare - Correct Answers -Recognization of there being a
connection between the body and mind
mind-body connection - Correct Answers -The idea that our emotions and thoughts can
affect how our body functions.
pain - Correct Answers -an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated
with actual or potential tissue damage
Types of pain - Correct Answers -acute and chronic
Pain Assessment - Correct Answers -An evaluation of the factors that alleviate or
exacerbate patient's pain
Pain Management - Correct Answers -techniques for preventing, reducing, or relieving
pain
Educating the patient - Correct Answers -Include teaching on diet, glucose monitoring,
medications, adverse reactions, hygiene, exercise, sick day protocols, medic alert
bracelets.
Organ Transplants - Correct Answers -Taking tissue or organ from one organism and
grafting it into the body of a second organism which can lead to rejection
Organ Tissue Donation Rules and Regulations - Correct Answers -Donor must be at
least 18 years old
