Description
This text provides the most comprehensive, practical guidance on every aspect of medical assisting. It complies fully with the new AAMA Role Delineation Study objectives. It employs bulleted lists, charts, graphs, and outlines to provide information on the profession, the essentials of a professional, administrative responsibilities, fundamentals of medical science, clinical responsibilities, the job search and more. Step-by-step procedures are provided with rationales and charting examples. Accompanying software contains over 1,000 questions in electronic format.
Uses a competency-based approach and covers all current DACUM requirements.Features step-by-step procedures that include rationales and charting examples, where appropriate.
Clarifies important concepts through a wealth of high-quality, full-colour photos and line drawings.Contains exceptional chapters on anatomy and physiology and on Laboratory Skills in the Medical Office.
Condenses a great deal of information into tables and display boxes for at-a-glance access.Includes coverage of legal and ethical issues.
Provides highlighted areas that underscore how various topics relate to real-life situations.