1. Which of the following title formats is correct for an inside address
A. Dr. Johnson, Michael, M.D.
B. Johnson, Michael, M.D.
C. Michael Johnson, M.D. Correct
D. Mr. Michael Johnson, M.D.
Explanation
Professional business correspondence uses full name with title and credentials after the name. 'Michael Johnson, M.D.' places the courtesy title (Dr.) before the name in salutation but in the inside address the standard format is full name followed by credentials. 'Dr. Johnson, Michael, M.D.' reverses name order incorrectly. 'Johnson, Michael, M.D.' uses last name first without courtesy title which is informal. 'Mr. Michael Johnson, M.D.' uses wrong courtesy title (Mr. instead of Dr.) for a physician.
2. Which of the following patient information is required to scan a mammography report into a patient's health record
A. Primary care provider
B. Insurance information
C. Referring provider
D. Date of birth Correct
Explanation
Accurate patient identification prevents errors in health records. Date of birth is a key identifier used with name to confirm the correct chart especially for common names. Primary care provider is useful but not required for scanning. Insurance information relates to billing not record matching. Referring provider may be noted but is not essential for identification.
3. After an attorney requests medical records, the medical administrative assistant releases the records without authorization. Which of the following terms describes who is at fault in this scenario
A. Misfeasance
B. Malfeasance Correct
C. Respondent superior
D. Res ipsa loquitur
Explanation
Malfeasance is performing an illegal act. Releasing records without patient authorization violates HIPAA privacy rules making it intentional wrongdoing. Misfeasance is performing a legal act improperly. Respondent superior holds employer liable for employee actions. Res ipsa loquitur means 'the thing speaks for itself' in negligence cases.
4. Which of the following actions should a medical administrative assistant take when scheduling an outpatient surgical procedure
A. Explain the risks of the procedure to the patient.
B. Have the provider call the patient.
C. Give the patient any special instructions. Correct
D. Tell the patient the cost of the procedure.
Explanation
Administrative assistants handle scheduling logistics including prep instructions (diet, medications, arrival time) to ensure patient readiness. Explaining risks is informed consent requiring the provider. Providers discuss clinical details. Cost discussions may occur but special instructions are standard administrative duty.
5. Which of the following specialists would a patient visit following an abnormal electrocardiography
A. Oncologist
B. Radiologist
C. Pulmonologist
D. Cardiologist Correct
Explanation
Electrocardiography (ECG/EKG) evaluates heart electrical activity. Abnormal results indicate cardiac issues requiring a cardiologist (heart specialist). Oncologist treats cancer. Radiologist interprets imaging. Pulmonologist manages lung conditions.