Clinical Medical Assisting: An Introduction to the Fundamentals of Practice is a complete resource for clinical medical assistant training. This comprehensive, accessible text provides a thorough education to prepare medical assistant students for clinical practice. Key Topics Professionalism Patient Communication Communication with Health Care Team Medical Terminology Medical Calculations and Conversions Body Systems Preparing Patient Care Areas Patient Intake Vital Signs Correct Techniques Administering Injections and Immunizations Infection Control and Precautions Medical Record and Documentation Paperwork Process Medical Insurance and Coding Pharmacology & Medication Administration Dosage Calculations Specimen Collection Care of Instruments and Equipment Externships and Job Search Instructor Resources: PowerPoint Presentations, Test Bank
Brinda Shah, PharmD, is a Registered Pharmacist working in the field of medical education, currently as President of the consulting firm, Advanced Knowledge Concepts, Inc. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy in 1992, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy with a minor in Biochemistry. She has extensive experience in pharmacy consulting, long term care, and home infusion therapy.
Adjunct Instructor, Health Division/Medical Assisting Department, Stark State College, North Canton, Ohio, Vice President of Development, Family Care Centers of Ohio