Which of the following open-ended questions should a medical assistant ask to obtain the most relevant information from a patient?
A. "Are you married?"
B. "Would you tell me about your exercise habits?"
C. "How long have you been coming to this office?"
D. "Do you feel you are being treated adequately at this office?"
Answer (1)
The most effective open-ended question for a medical assistant to ask a patient is, 'Would you tell me about your exercise habits?' This question encourages detailed responses that provide relevant insights into the patient's health. In contrast, other questions either limit responses or focus on evaluation rather than information gathering. ;
