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The American Hospital Association (AHA) is the national
American Hospital Association
organization that represents and serves all types of hospitals and
(AHA)
health care networks.
American Medical Association The AMA promotes the art and science of medicine and the
(AMA) betterment of public health.
A disaster relief organization founded in Washington, D.C. on
American Red Cross May 21, 1881 by Clara Barton to aid US military and conduct
peace time relief work.
The professional organization that certifies medical assistants
American Association of
and works to maintain professional standards in the medical
Medical Assistants (AAMA)
assisting profession.
A group within the United Nations responsible for human health,
World Health Organization
including combating the spread of infectious diseases and health
(WHO)
issues related to natural disasters.
The registering organization for medical assistants that provides
American Medical Technologists online continuing education, certification information, and
member news.
A professional association established to provide a national
certification and credentialing process, to support the national
American Academy of
and local membership by providing educational products and
Professional Coders (AAPC)
opportunities to networks, and to increase and promote national
recognition and awareness of professional coding.
The professional membership organization for managers of
American Health Information
health record services and healthcare information systems as
Management Association
well as coding services; provides accreditation, advocacy,
(AHIMA)
certification, and educational services
Association for healthcare Professional organization that in the field of medical
Documentation Integrity transcription/editing
A Polish physicist who, with French husband Pierre, discovered
Marie Curie
radium emits subatomic particles
Florence Nightingale Founder of modern nursing
,Blackwell Sisters Made it so women could study and practice medicine
Oath taken by medical students swearing to practice medicine in
The Hippocratic Oath
an ethical way
Definition the permissible procedures, actions, and processes for
Scope of Practice for Medical
licensed individuals with specific education, experience,
Assistants
demonstrated competency, and titles.
The CMA (AAMA) is the only certification that limits eligibility to
CMA credential candidates who have completed a postsecondary, accredited
medical assisting academic program.
The second-most recognized certification for Medical Assistants.
RMA Credential The RMA provides an excellent demonstration of skills as a
Medical Assistant
CAAHEP (Commission on The new accreditation agency for allied health education
Accreditation of Allied Health programs that is recognized by the US Department of Education.
and Education Programs)
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. Organization
ABHES
that offers accreditation to higher education institutions.
NCCA National Commission for Certifying Agencies
Educational Requirements for Certificate
Medical Assistants
an organization of people in a particular occupation that requires
Professional Organizations
considerable training and specialized skills
Required Skills and Character Effectively communicating, compassion, outgoing, non-
Traits for the Medical Assistant judgmental
learn about other team members, group skills, customize care
Healthcare Team Members and manage smooth transitions, communicate with others in a
shared language.
Focused on a defined group of patients, diseases, skills, or
Medical Practice Specializations
philosophy
An ongoing process of practicing a healthy lifestyle to fend off
Wellness
disease and maintain healthy parameters in all areas of life
, 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
Wellness Guidelines
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.
NWCA Medical Assistant Exam
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Terms in this set (1132)
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is the national
American Hospital Association
organization that represents and serves all types of hospitals and
(AHA)
health care networks.
American Medical Association The AMA promotes the art and science of medicine and the
(AMA) betterment of public health.
A disaster relief organization founded in Washington, D.C. on
American Red Cross May 21, 1881 by Clara Barton to aid US military and conduct
peace time relief work.
The professional organization that certifies medical assistants
American Association of
and works to maintain professional standards in the medical
Medical Assistants (AAMA)
assisting profession.
A group within the United Nations responsible for human health,
World Health Organization
including combating the spread of infectious diseases and health
(WHO)
issues related to natural disasters.
The registering organization for medical assistants that provides
American Medical Technologists online continuing education, certification information, and
member news.
A professional association established to provide a national
certification and credentialing process, to support the national
American Academy of
and local membership by providing educational products and
Professional Coders (AAPC)
opportunities to networks, and to increase and promote national
recognition and awareness of professional coding.
The professional membership organization for managers of
American Health Information
health record services and healthcare information systems as
Management Association
well as coding services; provides accreditation, advocacy,
(AHIMA)
certification, and educational services
Association for healthcare Professional organization that in the field of medical
Documentation Integrity transcription/editing
A Polish physicist who, with French husband Pierre, discovered
Marie Curie
radium emits subatomic particles
Florence Nightingale Founder of modern nursing
,Blackwell Sisters Made it so women could study and practice medicine
Oath taken by medical students swearing to practice medicine in
The Hippocratic Oath
an ethical way
Definition the permissible procedures, actions, and processes for
Scope of Practice for Medical
licensed individuals with specific education, experience,
Assistants
demonstrated competency, and titles.
The CMA (AAMA) is the only certification that limits eligibility to
CMA credential candidates who have completed a postsecondary, accredited
medical assisting academic program.
The second-most recognized certification for Medical Assistants.
RMA Credential The RMA provides an excellent demonstration of skills as a
Medical Assistant
CAAHEP (Commission on The new accreditation agency for allied health education
Accreditation of Allied Health programs that is recognized by the US Department of Education.
and Education Programs)
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. Organization
ABHES
that offers accreditation to higher education institutions.
NCCA National Commission for Certifying Agencies
Educational Requirements for Certificate
Medical Assistants
an organization of people in a particular occupation that requires
Professional Organizations
considerable training and specialized skills
Required Skills and Character Effectively communicating, compassion, outgoing, non-
Traits for the Medical Assistant judgmental
learn about other team members, group skills, customize care
Healthcare Team Members and manage smooth transitions, communicate with others in a
shared language.
Focused on a defined group of patients, diseases, skills, or
Medical Practice Specializations
philosophy
An ongoing process of practicing a healthy lifestyle to fend off
Wellness
disease and maintain healthy parameters in all areas of life
, 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
Wellness Guidelines
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.
