KINN'S THE MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
VOCABULARY REVIEW CH 1 – 11
EXAMS
Learning style - Correct Answers -the manner in which an individual perceives and
processes information to learn new material
Reflection - Correct Answers -The process of thinking about new information so you can
create new ways of learning
Processing - Correct Answers -The way an individual internalizes new information and
makes it his or her own
empathy - Correct Answers -Sensitivity to the individual needs and reactions of patients
Competencies - Correct Answers -Mastery of the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that
are expected of the entry-level medical assistant
Perceiving - Correct Answers -The way an individual looks at information and sees it as
real
critical thinking - Correct Answers -The constant practice of considering all aspects of a
situation when deciding what to believe or what to do
mnemonic - Correct Answers -A learning device (e.g., an image, a rhyme, or a figure of
speech) that a person uses to help him or her remember information.
stressor - Correct Answers -An event, activity, condition, or other stimulus that causes
stress
Accreditation - Correct Answers -The Process in which an organization is recognized for
adherence to a group of standards that meet or exceed the expectations of the
accrediting agency.
allopathic - Correct Answers -A term used to contrast homeopathic medicine with
mainstream medicine; allopathic medicine is characterized by an effort to counteract the
symptoms of a disease by administration of treatments that produce effects opposite to
the symptoms.
, Complimentary and alternative medicine. (CAM) - Correct Answers -A group of diverse
and healthcare systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part
of conventional medicine. Complimentary medicine is used in combination with
conventional medicine (allopathic or osteopathic); alternative medicine is used instead
of conventional medicine.
Contamination - Correct Answers -The process by which something is made impure,
unclean, or unfit for use by the introduction of unwholesome or undesirable elements
holistic - Correct Answers -A health view point that considers all the systems of the body
and their interdependence, rather than breaking down the body into discrete parts.
hospice - Correct Answers -A concept of care that involves health professionals and
volunteers who provide medical, psychological, and spiritual support to terminally ill
patients and their loved ones.
indicators - Correct Answers -An important point or group statistical values that, when
evaluated, indicates the quality of care provided in a healthcare facility.
subluxations - Correct Answers -Slight misalignment of the vertebrae or a partial
dislocation
triage - Correct Answers -Identificationof the severity of patients' conditions and the
allocations of treatment according to a system of priorities, which is designed to
maximize the number of survivors and provide treatment for the sickest patients first.
Characteristics - Correct Answers -Distinguishing traits, qualities, or properties
Demeanor - Correct Answers -Behavior toward others; outward manner
Detrimental - Correct Answers -Obviously harmful or damaging
Disseminate - Correct Answers -To disburse; to spread around
Reflection - Correct Answers -A therapeutic communication technique in which a person
responds with a feeling term that indicates how the individual feels about a problem.
congruence - Correct Answers -being in agreement, harmony, or correspondence;
conforming to the circumstances or requirements of a situation
stereotype - Correct Answers -something conforming to a fixed or general pattern; a
standardized mental picture that is held in common by many and represents an
overshimplified opinion, prejudiced attitude, or uncritical judgment
Mediation - Correct Answers -involves a 3rd party that is neutral-helps to resolve
conflicts
VOCABULARY REVIEW CH 1 – 11
EXAMS
Learning style - Correct Answers -the manner in which an individual perceives and
processes information to learn new material
Reflection - Correct Answers -The process of thinking about new information so you can
create new ways of learning
Processing - Correct Answers -The way an individual internalizes new information and
makes it his or her own
empathy - Correct Answers -Sensitivity to the individual needs and reactions of patients
Competencies - Correct Answers -Mastery of the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that
are expected of the entry-level medical assistant
Perceiving - Correct Answers -The way an individual looks at information and sees it as
real
critical thinking - Correct Answers -The constant practice of considering all aspects of a
situation when deciding what to believe or what to do
mnemonic - Correct Answers -A learning device (e.g., an image, a rhyme, or a figure of
speech) that a person uses to help him or her remember information.
stressor - Correct Answers -An event, activity, condition, or other stimulus that causes
stress
Accreditation - Correct Answers -The Process in which an organization is recognized for
adherence to a group of standards that meet or exceed the expectations of the
accrediting agency.
allopathic - Correct Answers -A term used to contrast homeopathic medicine with
mainstream medicine; allopathic medicine is characterized by an effort to counteract the
symptoms of a disease by administration of treatments that produce effects opposite to
the symptoms.
, Complimentary and alternative medicine. (CAM) - Correct Answers -A group of diverse
and healthcare systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part
of conventional medicine. Complimentary medicine is used in combination with
conventional medicine (allopathic or osteopathic); alternative medicine is used instead
of conventional medicine.
Contamination - Correct Answers -The process by which something is made impure,
unclean, or unfit for use by the introduction of unwholesome or undesirable elements
holistic - Correct Answers -A health view point that considers all the systems of the body
and their interdependence, rather than breaking down the body into discrete parts.
hospice - Correct Answers -A concept of care that involves health professionals and
volunteers who provide medical, psychological, and spiritual support to terminally ill
patients and their loved ones.
indicators - Correct Answers -An important point or group statistical values that, when
evaluated, indicates the quality of care provided in a healthcare facility.
subluxations - Correct Answers -Slight misalignment of the vertebrae or a partial
dislocation
triage - Correct Answers -Identificationof the severity of patients' conditions and the
allocations of treatment according to a system of priorities, which is designed to
maximize the number of survivors and provide treatment for the sickest patients first.
Characteristics - Correct Answers -Distinguishing traits, qualities, or properties
Demeanor - Correct Answers -Behavior toward others; outward manner
Detrimental - Correct Answers -Obviously harmful or damaging
Disseminate - Correct Answers -To disburse; to spread around
Reflection - Correct Answers -A therapeutic communication technique in which a person
responds with a feeling term that indicates how the individual feels about a problem.
congruence - Correct Answers -being in agreement, harmony, or correspondence;
conforming to the circumstances or requirements of a situation
stereotype - Correct Answers -something conforming to a fixed or general pattern; a
standardized mental picture that is held in common by many and represents an
overshimplified opinion, prejudiced attitude, or uncritical judgment
Mediation - Correct Answers -involves a 3rd party that is neutral-helps to resolve
conflicts
