The Complete Medical Assistant

by Sesser, Janet

• ISBN13: 9781451194715
• ISBN10: 1451194714
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2017-08-09
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Summary

Designed with today’s students in mind, The Complete Medical Assistant offers a practical focus on preparing students to make the transition from classroom to clinic. Aligned with the latest CAHEEP and ABHES competencies, this exciting first edition focuses on core content and skills with features that highlight application. Case studies frame each chapter and reinforce soft skills, while integrated Harris CareTracker® activities build EHR proficiency throughout the program. With A&P coverage included, The Complete Medical Assistant is an ideal way to transform engaged students into successful medical assistants.

Table of Contents

SectionI General Skills for the Medical Assistant
Chapter1 Communication Skills for Medical Assistants
Chapter2 Law and Ethics
Chapter3 Medical Office Procedures
SectionII Anatomy and Physiology
Chapter4 Organization of the Body and Integumentary System
Chapter5 Skeletal and Muscular Systems
Chapter6 Nervous System, Special Senses, and Endocrine System
Chapter7 Digestive System and Nutrition
Chapter8 Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
Chapter9 Urinary and Reproductive Systems
SectionIII Clinical Medical Assistant Skills
Chapter10 Appointments and Schedules
Chapter11 Medical Documentation
Chapter12 Medical Insurance Coding
Chapter13 Managing Medical Office Finances
Chapter14 Health Insurance and Processing Claims
SectionIV Clinical Medical Assistant Skills
Chapter15 Medical Asepsis and Infection Control
Chapter16 Medical History and Patient Assessment
Chapter17 Assisting with the Physical Examination
Chapter18 Assisting with Minor Office Surgery
Chapter19 Pharmacology and Drug Administration
Chapter20 Diagnostic Testing
Chapter21 Patient Education
Chapter22 Medical Office Emergencies and Emergency Preparedness
SectionV Clinical Laboratory
Chapter23 Medical Assistant Role in the Clinical Laboratory
Chapter24 Hematology
Chapter25 Phlebotomy
Chapter26 Immunology and Immunohematology
Chapter27 Urinalysis
Chapter28 Clinical Chemistry
Chapter29 Microbiology