Study Guide for Kinn's Medical Assisting Fundamentals: Administrative and Clinical Competencies with Anatomy & Physiology - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 3rd Edition
Give students the review and practice they need to master essential medical assisting skills! Corresponding to the chapters in Kinn's Medical Assisting Fundamentals, 3rd Edition, this study guideoffers a wide range of exercises to reinforce student understanding of administrative and clinical competencies. Review questions test their proficiency with subjects such as anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, math basics, and key administrative and clinical concepts. Hands-on activities and competency checklists help in applying knowledge to patient care. With this practical workbook, students have all the review and practice they need to succeed in the classroom and begin preparing for a successful and rewarding career as a Medical Assistant.
NEW! New content includes lab procedures such as stool collection for Cologuard and CLIA-waived test procedures commonly used in the ambulatory care environment
NEW! Revised and updated Medical Laboratory and Radiology chapters are included in this edition
NEW! Additional administrative procedures address the latest CAAHEP competencies
NEW! New content includes lab procedures such as stool collection for Cologuard and CLIA-waived test procedures commonly used in the ambulatory care environment
NEW! Revised and updated Medical Laboratory and Radiology chapters are included in this edition
NEW! Additional administrative procedures address the latest CAAHEP competencies
Review and practice supports educational competencies and certification test plan coverage
Focus on foundational areas includes a solid review of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and basic math calculations
Vocabulary review, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and true/false questions test student knowledge and understanding of key concepts
A variety of activities includesSkills & Concepts, Word Puzzles, Case Studies, Workplace Applications, and Internet Activities to providepractice with application and critical thinking
Chapter review quizzes assess student comprehension and serve as an excellent review for classroom and certification exams
Competency Checklistshelp students confirm mastery of key administrative and clinical skills
Work Products provide documentation of key tasks and help in building a skills portfolio
1. Medical Terminology Basics 2. Anatomy and Pathology Basics 3. Skeletal System 4. Muscular System 5. Integumentary System 6. Nervous System 7. Endocrine System 8. Sensory System 9. Blood Lymphatic and Immune Systems 10. Cardiovascular System 11. Respiratory System 12. Digestive System 13. Urinary System 14. Reproductive System 15. Behavioral Health 16. Healthcare Team 17. Applied Interpersonal Communication 18. Legal Basics 19. Healthcare Laws 20. Healthcare Ethics 21. The Health Record 22. Telephone Techniques 23. Scheduling and Reception 24. Technology 25. Written Communication 26. Daily Operations and Safety 27. Health Insurance Basics 28. Diagnostic Coding Basics 29. Procedural Coding Basics 30. Billing and Reimbursement 31. Accounts Collections and Banking 32. Infection Control 33. Vital Signs 34. Patient Interview 35. Physical Examination 36. Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology 37. Assisting in Pediatrics 38. Assisting in Geriatrics 39. Surgical Equipment and Supplies 40. Surgical and Special Procedures 41. Patient Coaching With Health Promotion 42. Patient Coaching With Nutrition 43. Patient Coaching With Rehabilitation 44. Pharmacology Basics 45. Pharmacology Math 46. Administering Medication 47. Intravenous Procedures 48. Cardiopulmonary Procedures 49. Medical Emergencies 50. Assisting With Radiology 51. Radiologic Positioning 52. Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory 53. Assisting in the Analysis of Urine 54. Assisting in Blood Collection 55. Assisting in the Analysis of Blood 56. Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology 57. Career Development
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