Case Studies For Medical Assisting

by Kalanick

• ISBN13: 9781435438446
• ISBN10: 1435438442
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-09-14
• Publisher: Cengage Learning

Summary

CASE STUDIES FOR MEDICAL ASSISTING, 1ST EDITION provides scripted scenarios specifically created to enrich the classroom experience. Instructors can create entire lessons through the hands-on application of all medical assisting skills, and not just in the perfect "textbook" ideal setting. Students gain all the real-life skills needed for the job-in the classroom.

Table of Contents

Preface

To the Learner

To the Instructor

Acknowledgments

How to Use This Book

General Knowledge

Demonstrate the Ability to correctly use Medical Terminology

Demonstrate a Working Knowledge of the Anatomy and Physiology of the HUMAN BODY

Demonstrate the Ability to Apply the Basic Principles of Human Behavior

Display a Professional Attitude

Demonstrate the Ability to Work as

Part of a Team

Perform Clerical Functions

Schedule and Manage Appointments

Schedule Inpatient and Outpatient Admissions and Procedures

Organize a Patient's Medical Record

File Medical Records

Perform Bookkeeping Procedures

Prepare a Bank Deposit'

Post Entries on a Daysheet

Perform Accounts Receivable Procedures

Perform Billing and Collection Procedures

Post Adjustments

Process Credit Balance

Process Refunds

Post NSF Checks

Post Collection Agency Payments

Process Insurance Claims

Apply Managed Care Policies and Procedures Apply Third Party Guidelines

Perform Procedural Coding

Perform Diagnostic Coding

Complete Insurance Claim Forms

Fundamental Principles

Perform Handwashing

Wrap Items for Autoclaving

Perform Sterilization Techniques

Dispose of Biohazardous Materials

Practice Standard Precautions

Specimen Collection

Perform Venipuncture

Perform Capillary Puncture

Obtain Specimens for Microbiological Testing

Instruct Patients in the Collection of a Clean-Catch and Midstream Urine Specimen

Instruct Patients in the Collection of Fecal Specimens

Diagnostic Testing

Perform Electrocardiography

Perform Respiratory Testing

Perform CLIA Waived Testing

Perform Urinalysis

Perform Hematology Testing

Perform Chemistry Testing

Perform Immunology Testing

Perform Microbiology Testing

Patient Care

Perform Telephone and In-person Screening

Obtain Vital Signs

Obtain and Record Patient History

Prepare and Maintain examination and Treatment Areas

Prepare Patient for and Assist with Routine and Specialty Examinations

Prepare Patient for and Assist with Procedures, Treatments, and Minor Office SURGERIES

Apply Pharmacology Principles to Prepare and Administer Oral and Parenteral (Excluding IVs) Medications

Maintain Medication and Immunization Records

Demonstrate the Ability to Perform CPR, AED and First Aid

Identify and apply the Basic Principles of a Patient's Dietary Needs

Professional Communication

Respond to and Initiate Written Communication

Recognize and Respond to Verbal Communications

Recognize and Respond to Nonverbal Communications

Demonstrate Telephone Techniques

Demonstrate the Ability to Receive, Organize, Prioritize and Transmit

Information

Perform Patient Interviewing Techniques

Perform Screening and Processing of Incoming and Outgoing Mail

Legal Concepts

Identify and Respond to Issues of Confidentiality

Perform Within Legal and Ethical Boundaries

Establish and Maintain the Medical Record

Document Appropriately

Demonstrate Knowledge of Federal and State Health Care Legislation and Regulations

Patient Instruction

Explain General Office Procedures

Instruct Individuals According to their Needs

Provide Instruction for Health Maintenance and Disease Prevention

Identify Community Resources

Operational Functions

Perform and Inventory of Supplies and Equipment

Perform Routine Maintenance of Administrative and Clinical Equipment

Utilize Computer Software to Maintain Office Systems

Use Methods of Quality Control

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