MEDA 1012 - Clinical Assisting II

1. Body system examinations
2. Documentation
3. Medical specialty examinations
4. Drug administration
5. Healthy living
6. Exercise
7. Nutrition

1. perform pulmonary function testing.
2. select proper sites for administering parenteral medication.
3. screen test results.
4. demonstrate proper use of sharps disposal containers.
5. document accurately in the patient record.
6. document patient care.
7. document patient education.
8. execute data management using electronic healthcare records such as the EMR.
9. explain the rationale for performance of a procedure to the patient.
10. maintain growth charts.
11. perform CLIA-waived microbiology testing.
12. perform within scope of practice.
13. practice within the standard of care for a medical assistant.
14. prepare a patient for procedures and/or treatments.
15. use internet to access information related to the medical office.
16. verify ordered doses/dosages prior to administration.
17. administer parenteral medications.
18. define nutrition.
19. discuss some of the effective strategies and foods that promote good general health.
20. explain the importance of good sleep.
21. discuss what it means to have a positive outlook toward health.

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