Kinn’s The Medical Assistant: An Applied Learning Approach 14th Edition test bank

This test bank for Kinn’s The Clinical Medical Assistant, 14th Edition provides comprehensive chapter-by-chapter assessment tools aligned with current CAAHEP and ABHES-accredited medical assisting programs. Ideal for students and instructors, it reinforces practical and theoretical competencies in ambulatory care settings.

The test bank covers essential areas including front-office operations, electronic health records, infection control, pharmacology, minor procedures, and medical specialties such as cardiology, dermatology, and pediatrics. It’s also tailored to support preparation for the CMA (AAMA) and RMA (AMT) certification exams.

Whether used in a blended, online, or in-person format, this resource enhances critical thinking and application of skills through scenario-based questions, terminology checks, and clinical case assessments. Institutions nationwide adopt this title in core courses for developing well-rounded clinical medical assistants.

Table of Contents

PART 1 – Introduction to Medical Assisting
Chapter 1. The Professional Medical Assistant and the Healthcare Team
Chapter 2. Therapeutic Communication
Chapter 3. Legal Principles
Chapter 4. Healthcare Laws
Chapter 5. Healthcare Ethics

PART 2 – Fundamentals of Ambulatory Care Administration
Chapter 6. Technology
Chapter 7. Written Communication
Chapter 8. Telephone Techniques
Chapter 9. Scheduling Appointments and Patient Processing
Chapter 10. Health Records
Chapter 11. Daily Operations and Safety

PART 3 – Coding and Medical Billing
Chapter 12. Health Insurance Essentials
Chapter 13. Diagnostic Coding Essentials
Chapter 14. Procedural Coding Essentials
Chapter 15. Medical Billing and Reimbursement Essentials

PART 4 – Advanced Ambulatory Care Administration
Chapter 16. Patient Accounts and Practice Management
Chapter 17. Advanced Roles in Administration

PART 5 – Fundamentals of Clinical Medical Assisting
Chapter 18. Introduction to Anatomy and Medical Terminology
Chapter 19. Infection Control
Chapter 20. Vital Signs
Chapter 21. Physical Examination
Chapter 22. Patient Coaching
Chapter 23. Nutrition and Health Promotion
Chapter 24. Surgical Supplies and Instruments
Chapter 25. Assisting with Surgical Procedures
Chapter 26. Principles of Electrocardiography
Chapter 27. Medical Emergencies

PART 6 – Assisting with Medications
Chapter 28. Principles of Pharmacology
Chapter 29. Pharmacology Math
Chapter 30. Administering Medications

PART 7 – Assisting with Medical Specialties
Chapter 31. Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology
Chapter 32. Dermatology
Chapter 33. Allergy and Infectious Disease
Chapter 34. Gastroenterology
Chapter 35. Orthopedics and Rheumatology
Chapter 36. Neurology
Chapter 37. Behavioral Health
Chapter 38. Endocrinology
Chapter 39. Cardiology
Chapter 40. Pulmonology
Chapter 41. Urology and Male Reproduction
Chapter 42. Obstetrics and Gynecology
Chapter 43. Pediatrics
Chapter 44. Geriatrics

PART 8 – Assisting with Clinical Laboratory Procedures
Chapter 45. Introduction to the Clinical Laboratory
Chapter 46. Urinalysis
Chapter 47. Blood Collection
Chapter 48. Analysis of Blood
Chapter 49. Microbiology and Immunology

PART 9 – Job Seeking
Chapter 50. Skills and Strategies