Question

Regarding the environment of care, what should a medical assistant do before entering an exam room where a patient is waiting?

Accepted Answer

Knock, announce yourself, and wait for the patient to acknowledge you.

Answer

Knock and advise the patient that the physician will be with them shortly.

Answer

Knock and enter the room after waiting five seconds.

Answer

Wash your hands and enter the room after a quick knock on the door.

Question 27 - Psychology and Communication Practice Test for the Medical Assistant test