Study Guide for Kinn's Medical Assisting Fundamentals
Elsevier - Health Sciences Division (Verlag)
978-0-323-82455-2 (ISBN)
Easy-to-understand writing style is appropriate for all levels of learners in all types of Medical Assisting programs.
Emphasis on foundational content includes in-depth coverage of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, basic math calculations, and job readiness to build a strong base of knowledge.
Illustrated, step-by-step procedure boxes demonstrate how to perform and document key administrative and clinical skills.
Content supports Medical Assisting certification test plans to help you prepare for board examinations.
Real-world scenario in each chapter presents a situation for you to follow as you read through the material, helping you understand and apply key concepts as they are presented.
Learning features include key terms and definitions, Being Professional boxes, study tips, critical thinking exercises, and review and summary sections, all focusing on developing the soft skills that employers seek when hiring.
Chapter learning tools include terms with definitions, study tips, critical thinking boxes, and review and summary sections.
Medical Terminology boxes highlight chapter-related medical terms to help you learn word parts, pronunciation, and definitions.
Evolve website includes skills videos, chapter quizzes, five practice certification exams, and a portfolio builder.
NEW chapters on intravenous procedures and limited-scope radiography provide coverage of expanded Medical Assisting functions approved in many states.
NEW! Expanded content addresses behavioral health, catheterization procedures, disease states, medical office organization, expanding MA roles, and more.
Brigitte Niedzwiecki began her healthcare career as a nurse, working in the hospital with surgical and pediatric patients and also in urgent care. After obtaining her master's degree in nursing, Brigitte worked in patient and staff education, as a software trainer, and as a nurse educator before transitioning into education. She has been the Medical Assisting program director at Chippewa Valley Technical College in Wisconsin for nearly 20 years, during which time she has participated in reviewing and writing and has helped develop state and national Medical Assisting curricula. She is also lead author of Kinn's Medical Assisting Fundamentals, a related MA core text designed primarily for programs that do not offer a separate A&P course and are focused on certification.
Unit 1: Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology
? Medical Terminology Basics
? Anatomy and Pathology Basics
? Skeletal System
? Muscular System
? Integumentary System
? Nervous System
? Endocrine System
? Sensory System
? Blood
? Cardiovascular System
? Lymphatic System and Immunity
? Respiratory System
? Digestive System
? Urinary System
? Reproductive System
? Behavioral Health
Unit 2: Professional Medical Assistant
? Professionalism in Healthcare
? Applied Interpersonal Communication
? Legal Basics
? Healthcare Laws
? Healthcare Ethics
Unit 3: Administrative Ambulatory Care
? The Health Record
? Telephone Techniques
? Scheduling and Reception
? Technology
? Written Communication
? Daily Operations
? Health Insurance Basics
? Diagnostic Coding Basics
? Procedural Coding Basics
? Billing and Reimbursement
? Accounts, Collections, and Banking
Unit 4: Basic Clinical Procedures
? Infection Control
? Vital Signs
? Patient Interview
? Physical Examination
? Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology
? Assisting in Pediatrics
? Assisting in Geriatrics
? Surgical Equipment and Supplies
? Surgical and Special Procedures
Unit 5: Advanced Clinical Procedures
? Patient Coaching with Health Promotion
? Patient Coaching with Nutrition
? Patient Coaching with Rehabilitation
? Pharmacology Math
? Pharmacology Basics
? Administering Medication
? NEW! Intravenous Procedures
? Cardiopulmonary Procedures
? NEW! Radiology Basics
? Medical Emergencies
Unit 6: Medical Laboratory
? Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory
? Assisting in the Analysis of Urine
? Assisting in Blood Collection
? Assisting in the Analysis of Blood
? Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology
Unit 7: Employment Seeking
? Career Development
| Erscheinungsdatum | 14.12.2021 |
|---|---|
| Zusatzinfo | 100 illustrations (100 in full color); Illustrations |
| Verlagsort | Philadelphia |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 216 x 276 mm |
| Gewicht | 2970 g |
| Themenwelt | Medizin / Pharmazie ► Pflege |
| Studium ► 1. Studienabschnitt (Vorklinik) ► Anatomie / Neuroanatomie | |
| ISBN-10 | 0-323-82455-2 / 0323824552 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-323-82455-2 / 9780323824552 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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