A Study by Ross Et Al

question 163

Multiple Choice

A study by Ross et al. (1990) in Winnipeg and Ottawa with multiple personality disorder patients revealed that about 90 percent of them had a history of:

• A)Generalized anxiety disorder
• B)Schizophrenia
• C)Aggressive behaviour towards others
• D)Suicidal tendencies

Comprehend the roles and responsibilities associated with different levels and types of medical assisting duties.

Recognize the importance of scope of practice and its determination factors for medical assistants.

Identify the main organizations involved in medical assistant certification, education, and accreditation.

Understand the legal and regulatory frameworks governing medical assistant practice, including privacy laws.

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Definitions:

Maximum Inclusion

A principle or policy aimed at ensuring the highest possible level of participation or inclusion of all relevant parties or demographic groups.

Total Ambivalence

A state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.

Optimal Distinctiveness Theory

A social psychology theory suggesting that individuals seek a balance between fitting in with a group and standing out as unique.

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision or the state of being self-governing.