Delmar's Comprehensive Medical Assisting : Administrative and Clinical Competencies

by Lindh, Wilburta Q.; Pooler, Marilyn; Tamparo, Carol D.; Dahl, Barbara M.

• ISBN13: 9781435419148
• ISBN10: 1435419146
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-03-16
• Publisher: Cengage Learning

Summary

Covering the latest topics, trends and competency-based procedures, combined with innovative technology, discover what makes Delmar’s Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies the most comprehensive and dynamic learning package for medical assisting. In this edition, learn the most current information and procedures necessary to succeed in the medical office. Use the accompanying interactive software programs to translate this knowledge in simulating real-world practices, applying critical thinking skills, and training to use electronic medical records (EMR) software.

Table of Contents

The Medical Assisting Profession

Health Care Settings and the Health Care Team

History of Medicine

Therapeutic Communication Skills

Coping Skills for the Medical Assistant

The Therapeutic Approach to the Patient with a Life-Threatening Illness

Legal Considerations

Ethical Considerations

Emergency Procedures and First Aid

Creating the Facility Environment

Computers in the Ambulatory Care Setting

Telecommunications

Patient Scheduling

Medical Records Management

Written Communications

Medical Documents

Medical Insurance

Medical Insurance Coding

Daily Financial Practices

Billing and Collections

Accounting Practices

Infection Control and Medical Asepsis

The Patient History and Documentation

Vital Signs and Measurements

The Physical Examination

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Pediatrics

Male Reproductive System

Gerontology

Examinations and Procedures of Body Systems

Assisting with Office/Ambulatory Surgery

Diagnostic Imaging

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Modalities

Nutrition in Health and Disease

Basic Pharmacology

Calculation of Medication Dosage and Medication Administration

Electrocardiography

Safety and Regulatory Guidelines in the Medical Laboratory

Introduction to the Medical Laboratory

Phlebotomy: Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture

Hematology

Urinalysis

Basic Microbiology

Specialty Laboratory Tests

The Medical Assistant as Office Manager

The Medical Assistant as Human Resources Manager

Preparing for Medical Assisting Credentials

Employment Strategies

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