Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) Practice Exam

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• The Fulbright program primarily provides opportunities for which of the following?
• What effect do patient satisfaction surveys typically have on a radiology department?
• ORI oversees and directs programs for which group on behalf of DHHS?
• Which federal agency supports research and development for the military?
• How do electronic health records (EHR) benefit radiology practices?
• What is the primary focus of the Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) exam?
• In which year was the Federal Financial Assistance Management Improvement Act (P.L. 106-107) enacted?
• In what way does a patient safety program enhance imaging practices?
• Proposals in response to a federal contract solicitation consist of at least two parts: the
• What does the Davis-Bacon Act pertain to?
• A grant is a(n):
• What phase of a clinical trial provides a new drug given to a large group of 100-300 to observe the effectiveness and to further evaluate safety?
• NSF requires prior-approval on all of the following EXCEPT?
• Which document outlines the minimum wage for service employees under federal contracts?
• Which federal agency was the first to fund research grants?
• What are the main content areas covered in the CRA exam?
• What act led to the creation of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)?
• What is the best source for university research and development information on US institutions administered by the National Science Foundation (NSF)?
• Which compliance standard is particularly relevant to radiology practices?
• Which NIH application form is used for a continuing review?
• What does Internal Control refer to in a financial context?
• What tool can be used to identify potential risks in radiology operations?
• Which type of grant typically does not cover ongoing operational expenses?
• What type of audit focuses on a specific issue or concern?
• Which of the following is most closely associated with the US Code?
• A deemed export refers to which of the following scenarios?
• What advantage does accreditation provide to a radiology department?
• Which of the following is considered program income?
• What is the description for the highest risk group for biohazards?
• In radiology administration, what does the term 'operational efficiency' refer to?
• Which of the following is located within the NIH?
• One of the key responsibilities of a Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) is to?
• Which act establishes overtime pay for contractor employees working more than 40 hours per week?
• What does the acronym CFDA stand for in the context of federal funding?
• What principle is essential for effective human resources management in a radiology department?
• Which of the following expenses is included in the distribution base of MTDC?
• Which aspect of radiology administration is crucial for making informed decisions regarding budgets?
• What is the role of a radiology administrator in staff development?
• What should a research administrator do if a grad student requests a submitted proposal under FOIA?
• According to UG 200.88, what is the simplified acquisition threshold?
• What is a way for federal agencies to provide oversight over major grants/centers?
• Which OMB Circular refers to administrative requirements for grants and agreements?
• What is one way to evaluate staff performance in a radiology department?
• According to the NSF, how long does it typically take to make a decision on the funding of a grant proposal?
• What is essential for maintaining patient confidentiality in radiology?
• What should be included in the documentation for a Challenge Grant?
• Which organization develops and monitors standards for handling radioactive materials?
• Which office usually oversees compliance with research grant requirements?
• What is the benefit of having a diverse workforce in radiology?
• What is the primary purpose of the Anti-Kickback Act?
• For which type of grants does the NIH require a written description of a program addressing responsible conduct of research?
• What role does technology play in enhancing operations in radiology?
• Do Federal Agencies have to follow Uniform Guidance?
• What type of report is needed annually if expenditures exceed $750,000 in federal funds?
• What are incident reports used for in radiology?
• What is the impact of effective leadership in a radiology setting?
• How can a radiology administrator improve patient satisfaction?
• Which federal department utilizes the eBRAP system for proposal submissions?
• Which of the following is a critical factor in maintaining radiation safety in a radiology department?
• What is the main purpose of the IACUC?
• How can radiology administrators ensure compliance with healthcare regulations?
• How often must a Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) renew their certification?
• What is benchmarking in the context of radiology administration?
• How often is the CFR updated?
• What legislation places restrictions on who can possess select agents and provides criminal penalties for possession?
• What is the primary role of accreditation in a radiology department?
• At least what duration does the useful life have to be for tangible personal property to qualify as capital equipment?
• What does a trademark indicate in trade?
• What must radiology administrators understand about insurance reimbursement?
• Why is understanding reimbursement models essential for radiology administrators?
• How is the indirect cost (IDC rate) for a subcontract determined?
• The FAR is Codified in:
• What is the new website introduced by NSF for proposals and reporting?
• Which of the following uses of Protected Health Information may be used or disclosed without the patient's specific authorization under the HIPAA privacy rule?
• Which of the following is a key benefit of using patient satisfaction surveys?
• What are generally accepted government auditing standards known as?
• Which of the following is a crucial element of leadership in radiology management?
• When can the government refuse to make payment to an institution for work already conducted?
• What is the purpose of quality improvement in radiology administration?
• How can insights from data analytics be utilized in a radiology department?
• What initiative aims to invest in innovation through research and development to enhance US competitiveness?
• Which aspect of data analytics is most beneficial for patient management in radiology?
• What is the significance of strategic planning in radiology administration?
• Which federal department could use the eBRAP system for proposal submissions?
• What does risk management in radiology primarily aim to do?
• What does FTE stand for in human resources management?
• What type of license is typically required for copyrighted works resulting from federally sponsored activities?
• In the FAR clause 2-52.227-7039, which of the following represents the Chapter number?
• How many grants/contracts/cooperative agreements are typically on the federal cash transaction report SF-272?
• The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance lists what type of programs?
• Which of the following is a potential use of patient feedback collected in radiology?
• Which quality measure is important for assessing imaging services?
• What is a primary benefit of implementing Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) standards?
• Which three primary people at NIH conduct grants administration activities?
• Which organization administers the Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) exam?
• What is the purpose of the guidelines established for hospitals regarding indirect costs and patient care rates?
• In the context of grants, what does the term "deliverable" refer to?
• What can lead to better utilization of resources in a radiology department?
• If a contract exceeds $550,000 after amendment, what is required?
• Which of the following are two critical termination clauses of the general provisions of a federal contract?
• Which framework is designed to ensure patient safety in imaging procedures?
• What form needs to be filled out for audits of institutions that have more than $750,000 in expenditures?
• What type of agreements are included in a federal cash transaction report?
• In regards to grant proposal submissions, what does DHHS stand for?
• What is 'Lean management' as it applies to radiology?
• Which federal agencies will negotiate indirect costs rates with institutions?
• What outcome can workflow analysis aim to achieve in radiology?
• What is a common method used to analyze operational performance in radiology?
• Which type of agreement is typically used for the purchase of goods and services?
• How should conflicts between staff members be handled in a radiology setting?
• Which requirement is included in 2 CFR 215 (A-110)?
• What type of analysis is beneficial for improving turnaround times for radiology exams?
• What is a common method for gathering patient feedback in the radiology field?
• How can radiology departments improve coding accuracy?
• What overhead rate does the NIH restrict for foreign organizations?
• Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) must be applied to awards:
• Which of the following agencies does not fund health research?
• An institution is required to file a Disclosure Statement (DS-2) if annual sponsored research totals:
• What is essential to a chemical hygiene plan?
• What is the effort to document the return on investment from federally funded research projects?
• Why is a patient safety program crucial in imaging?
• What financial threshold is established for tangible personal property to be considered as capital equipment?
• Which act allows federal funding for an educational institution to be cut if that institution prohibits military recruiting or ROTC?
• For proposals to federal agencies, what document primarily outlines the project's specifics and aims?
• What is the correct order for the regulatory process, starting with the highest level of control?
• How many days should federal awards be posted according to the notice of funding opportunities?
• What does the inclusion of a subrecipient in the approved budget signify?
• In grant management, the term **"subcontractor"** primarily refers to whom?
• Which act aims to deter subcontractors from making payments to procure favorable treatment in relation to contracts?
• A subaward/subcontract is a specific type of:
• Which type of report is critical for tracking the performance of radiologic technologists?
• The direct salary that an individual can receive on NIH grant or cooperative agreement awards is restricted to ________ of the Federal Executive pay scale:
• What is the primary purpose of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)?
• What is the standard for ownership on intellectual property for work for hire?
• Which federal regulation distinguishes between subawards for programmatic effort and vendor agreements?
• When was the US Humane Society founded?
• The primary purpose of a sponsored research administration system should be to:
• What are examples of intangible property?
• What was the first major technology transfer act aimed at simplifying the transition of technology from federal laboratories to nonfederal entities?
• What analysis is performed to assess the profitability of imaging services?
• What measures can be taken to ensure the privacy of patient information in radiology?
• For copyrighted works resulting from federally sponsored activities, what does the federal government usually require?
• Who is responsible for clinical trial registration on ClinicalTrials.gov?
• A DS-2 is required for all entities receiving how much in federal awards annually?
• Which factor is key when creating a staffing plan in a radiology department?
• Which of the following is commonly associated with the direct cost of federally funded research?
• What is the purpose of implementing clinical pathways in radiology?
• How can a radiology department enhance its competitive advantage?
• What is meant by 'patient-centered care' in radiology?
• The Office of Human Research Protection is administered by?
• How often do the approved animal protocols need to be approved by the IACUC?
• Which financial metric measures the efficiency of revenue collection in radiology practices?
• Which of the following is allowable as cost share?
• Which phase of a clinical trial involves testing the efficacy of a drug or device?
• What type of subcontract is most suitable for programmatic effort?
• In clinical trials, which phase is focused on assessing the efficiency, safety, and monitoring side effects of a treatment?
• What role does ethics play in radiology administration?
• Which of the following roles is NOT typically involved in grants administration at NIH?
• What is the significance of stakeholder engagement in radiology administration?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of intangible property?
• What designation corresponds to the Animal Welfare Act of 1966?
• What type of analysis would typically be used to justify a new equipment purchase?
• What agency did the Foreign Assistance Act (1961) create?
• What type of management is crucial for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in radiology?
• Which act ensures that wage rates paid to workers on public buildings are not less than the local prevailing wage?
• Which agency is responsible for overseeing the Office of Science?
• What does ASAP stand for in the context of federal contracting?
• Which of the following describes essential laboratory biosafety practices in medical research?
• Are time-and-materials contracts and labor-hour contracts considered fixed-price contracts?
• Which institutions are required to file a disclosure statement (DS-2) with the federal government?
• What type of assistance is categorized as domestic assistance?
• OMB Circular A-133 applies to which entities?
• The effect of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) is asserted by:
• Which committee is mandated for the oversight of research involving recombinant DNA?
• Public Law 106-107 established Grants.gov in what year?
• Which key performance indicator is most relevant for assessing patient satisfaction in a radiology department?
• Who is primarily responsible for overseeing compliance with regulations affecting animal care?
• Which practice helps to ensure that radiology services are delivered efficiently?
• Why is understanding the patient experience critical in radiology administration?
• Which act provided new provisions for proposal requirements for a postdoctoral mentoring plan?
• In financial management, what does 'overhead' refer to?
• What is a primary responsibility of a radiology administrator regarding budgeting?
• What is a common outcome measurement tool used for research projects?
• What is the function of a SWOT analysis in radiology administration?
• Which amendment established the anti-lobbying threshold of $100,000?
• What does the acronym 'CMS' stand for in the context of healthcare?
• What key concept helps to predict future trends in healthcare demand?
• What document outlines a facility's policies and procedures in a radiology department?
• Which financial statement provides a snapshot of a radiology department's assets, liabilities, and equity?
• Which platform is described as a gateway to government opportunities, acquisitions, and grants?
• What does the Freedom of Information Act allow the public to access?
• How often must the IACUC review a facility's humane care programs?
• A Challenge Grant typically has what kind of limit?
• What FAR clause defines policies and procedures for standard forms?
• Which legislation impacts the provision of radiology services by affecting reimbursement?