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, unspecified |
| 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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