Question 1

Which type of résumé contains a clear, concise objective on a specific job, adding substance to your résumé when relevant job experience is not present?

Accepted Answer

A)   Chronological
B)   Functional
C)   Targeted
D)   Projected
E)   AcademicF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

Once you obtain your certification as a medical assistant, you will be required to obtain a specific number of ________ each year to maintain your certification credential.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Maintaining direct eye contact in the interview setting is considered ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   culturally inappropriate
B)   threatening to the interviewer
C)   positive body language
D)   not considered professional behavior
E)   overly aggressive.F) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 4

A prospective employer will find information about your leadership qualities in which section of your résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)   Campus and community activities
B)   Employment experience
C)   Personal information
D)   Summary of skills
E)   Educational backgroundF) A) and B)
G) A) and C) A

Question 5

A recommendation for employment is known as a(n) ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A recommendation for employment is known as...

Question 6

Which section of your résumé demonstrates a commitment and dedication to your career?

Accepted Answer

A)   Campus and community activities
B)   Employment experience
C)   Professional memberships and activities
D)   Awards and honors
E)   Summary of skillsF) B) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

Feedback about performance in order to improve that performance is called ________.

Accepted Answer

constructive criticism

Question 8

Which verb or action word is the most effective choice for a résumé?

Accepted Answer

A)   Recognized
B)   Coordinated
C)   Led
D)   Saw
E)   UnderstoodF) All of the above
G) B) and C)

Question 9

Which résumé style is best used when you are changing careers or re-entering the job market?

Accepted Answer

A)   Chronological
B)   Functional
C)   Targeted
D)   Projected
E)   AcademicF) B) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 10

On your résumé, where do you place a broad, general statement of your goals?

Accepted Answer

A)   Personal information
B)   Professional objective
C)   Professional memberships and activities
D)   Summary of skills
E)   Employment experienceF) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 11

In the summary of skills on the résumé, examples of administrative work would not include ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   triage and vital statistics
B)   medical office accounting practices
C)   CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-9 coding
D)   completion of insurance claim forms
E)   aseptic techniqueF) B) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 12

Which of the following is a valid study tip to prepare to take a national certification exam?

Accepted Answer

A)   Have a cram session with friends the night before the test
B)   Eat a sugary breakfast to provide carbohydrates for stamina during the test
C)   Get a good night's sleep before the test
D)   Avoid taking practice exams
E)   Study what you do know, and don't worry about what you don't knowF) D) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 13

Students in applied training project professionalism by ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   using a piece of tape on their scrubs with their name
B)   changing hair colors every week
C)   maintaining a good reputation in the medical community
D)   not worrying about the impression they make
E)   discussing patients with other students in the employee break roomF) C) and D)
G) A) and D) C

Question 14

Where in the résumé should you place a listing of recognitions that indicate excellence?

Accepted Answer

A)   Educational background
B)   Personal information
C)   Professional memberships and activities
D)   Summary of skills
E)   Awards and honorsF) B) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 15

Which of the following behaviors or personal characteristics are considered professional and acceptable in the clinical area?

Accepted Answer

A)   Long, flowing hair
B)   Nasal piercing
C)   Clean, pressed scrubs
D)   Visible tattoos
E)   Perfume or cologneF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 16

Cover letters should contain which type of information?

Accepted Answer

A)   Clinical skills
B)   Specific duties in previous jobs
C)   Administrative skills
D)   Licenses and credentials
E)   Qualifications related to the company's needsF) D) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 17

The ________ is an introduction to your résumé and is just as important in your job search.

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

A(n) ________ résumé highlights specialty areas of your accomplishments and strengths and is useful when you change careers, re-enter the job market after an absence, or have had a variety of different, unconnected work experiences.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ résumé highlights specialty areas of...

Question 19

An excellent way to gain experience and select a position is to use ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   classified ads
B)   Internet sites
C)   employment services
D)   networking
E)   school counselorsF) B) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 20

Which type of résumé should contain a clear, concise objective about what you are looking for in a specific job?

Accepted Answer

A)   Chronological
B)   Functional
C)   Targeted
D)   Projected
E)   AcademicF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

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