Question 1

Which of the following is an OSHA guideline for disposal of medical waste material?

Accepted Answer

A)   Dispose of chemicals in a glass or metal container.
B)   Dispose of sharp objects in a glass container.
C)   Do not flush any chemicals down the drain.
D)   Do not incinerate medical wastes.
E)   Licensed medical waste handlers are not necessary for medical offices.

Question 2

Which of the following is not an area of questioning appropriate for the employer to ask a job applicant?

Accepted Answer

A)   work experience
B)   hours available to work
C)   birth date
D)   Social Security number
E)   licenses/certifications

Question 3

Describe the circumstances of the Lily Ledbetter case.

Accepted Answer

Lily Ledbetter retired from Goodyear Tir...

Question 4

A practice manager fires a medical assistant and cannot provide a legal reason for the dismissal. This is an example of which of the following:

Accepted Answer

A)   employment-at-will
B)   wrongful discharge
C)   just cause
D)   discrimination
E)   public policy

Question 5

Identify the specific areas of discrimination in hiring, promoting, and firing.

Accepted Answer

Because of federal and state laws agains...

Question 6

Quid pro quo is prohibited under the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)  definition of sexual harassment. Which of the following is an example of this type of harassment?

Accepted Answer

A)   A physician makes a nurse feel uncomfortable by constantly commenting on her attire and physical appearance.
B)   A practice manager constantly talks about her sexual activities in the office.
C)   A nurse in a nursing home sexually harasses physically disabled patients whom she is helping to take a shower.
D)   A physician constantly talks about his "love life" in front of the office staff.
E)   A surgical resident is offered opportunities to scrub in on a procedure if he dates the surgeon.

Question 7

An employee who is laid off from his job files for unemployment insurance. Which of the following accurately describes the management of unemployment funds available to this worker?

Accepted Answer

A)   The funds are managed solely by the state government.
B)   The funds are managed solely by the federal government.
C)   Employees contribute to a fund that is paid out to eligible unemployed workers.
D)   In all but a few states, the total cost is covered by the employer.
E)   The funds are managed solely by the county government.

Question 8

What does the term "wrongful discharge" mean?

Accepted Answer

When no law exists that prohibits a spec...

Question 9

What is the purpose of an I-9 form?

Accepted Answer

Completion of an I-9 form is n...

Question 10

When must manufacturers have all products labeled to be aligned with the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   2014
B)   2015
C)   2016
D)   2017
E)   There is no requirement.

Question 11

Which of the following wage and hour laws provides for overtime pay and a minimum wage?

Accepted Answer

A)   Civil Rights Act of 1964
B)   Fair Labor Standard Act of 1938
C)   Wagner Act of 1935
D)   Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
E)   Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Question 12

The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is designed to protect health care workers against which of the following:

Accepted Answer

A)   any contagious disease
B)   cancer causing agents
C)   contagious diseases like HBV
D)   contagious diseases like the flu
E)   contagious diseases like rabies

Question 13

Identify, in order, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) five priorities for workplace inspections.

Accepted Answer

The five priorities in order f...

Question 14

Which of the following may be used as evidence of just cause for termination should a wrongful discharge lawsuit be filed against an employer?

Accepted Answer

A)   The employee speaks out against discrimination in the workplace.
B)   The employee is a whistleblower.
C)   The employee is disabled.
D)   The employee is sexually harassing another employee.
E)   When the discharge applies to safety in the workplace.

Question 15

Many states have right-to-know laws. These laws offer employees:

Accepted Answer

A)   protection from unsafe work environments
B)   protection from discrimination
C)   protection from sexual harassment
D)   protection from required union membership
E)   protection from work stoppages

Question 16

Identify at least three employment activities that are considered discrimination under federal law.

Accepted Answer

Federal laws prohibit employers from fir...

Question 17

Employees in medical facilities often use hazardous materials in their workplace. Which of the following is a guideline for safely handling these materials?

Accepted Answer

A)   Only licensed health care workers may handle hazardous substances.
B)   Supervisors must read new Material Safety Data Sheets to employees.
C)   Each hazardous product must have a poison label on the packaging.
D)   Material Safety Data Sheets must be filed in a locked drawer in the main office.
E)   The employer must provide a Material Safety Data Sheet for each hazardous chemical.

Question 18

A practice manager is interviewing medical assistants for several new positions in an expanding medical practice. Which of the following is not a recommended guideline for conducting the interviews?

Accepted Answer

A)   Stick to a list of questions for all candidates that relate to the job description.
B)   Do not rush the interview; allow it to last as long as the candidate prefers.
C)   Do not ask why the person is leaving his or her current position.
D)   Always ask about child care arrangements.
E)   Do not promise to inform the candidate when a decision has been made.

Question 19

A nursing home administrator sets up programs to give preferential treatment for minorities. This is being done because the current workforce at the nursing home is predominantly white. What is the term for this policy?

Accepted Answer

A)   equal opportunity
B)   fair labor standards
C)   wage and hour laws
D)   affirmative action
E)   civil rights

Question 20

What is the major responsibility for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

Accepted Answer

OSHA is the federal organizati...

Exam 10: Workplace Legalities

Describe the circumstances of the Lily Ledbetter case.

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Which of the following may be used as evidence of just cause for termination should a wrongful discharge lawsuit be filed against an employer?

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Which of the following wage and hour laws provides for overtime pay and a minimum wage?

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Identify the specific areas of discrimination in hiring, promoting, and firing.

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When must manufacturers have all products labeled to be aligned with the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) ?

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A practice manager fires a medical assistant and cannot provide a legal reason for the dismissal. This is an example of which of the following:

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What is the major responsibility for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

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What does the term "wrongful discharge" mean?

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Identify at least three employment activities that are considered discrimination under federal law.

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Employees in medical facilities often use hazardous materials in their workplace. Which of the following is a guideline for safely handling these materials?

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Identify, in order, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) five priorities for workplace inspections.

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Which of the following is an OSHA guideline for disposal of medical waste material?

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An employee who is laid off from his job files for unemployment insurance. Which of the following accurately describes the management of unemployment funds available to this worker?

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The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is designed to protect health care workers against which of the following:

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Many states have right-to-know laws. These laws offer employees:

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A practice manager is interviewing medical assistants for several new positions in an expanding medical practice. Which of the following is not a recommended guideline for conducting the interviews?

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Quid pro quo is prohibited under the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) definition of sexual harassment. Which of the following is an example of this type of harassment?

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A nursing home administrator sets up programs to give preferential treatment for minorities. This is being done because the current workforce at the nursing home is predominantly white. What is the term for this policy?

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Which of the following is not an area of questioning appropriate for the employer to ask a job applicant?

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What is the purpose of an I-9 form?

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