The Physician Assistant (PA) Profession Exam 1 Practice

What does AMA stand for?

Against Medical Authorization Against Medical Approval Against Medical Assistance Against Medical Advice

Correct Answer:

Against Medical Advice

Explanation:

AMA stands for Against Medical Advice. In clinical practice, this term is used when a patient chooses to leave the hospital or declines recommended treatment despite the physician’s advice. It signals patient autonomy while also highlighting potential risks, so the clinician should assess decision-making capacity, document the discussion and risks, and arrange appropriate follow-up or surrogate involvement if capacity is in doubt. While AMA can also refer to the American Medical Association in other settings, in patient-care notes it most commonly means Against Medical Advice.

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