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31509304Medical Assistant Clinical Procedures 1

Course Information

Description

Introduces medical assistant students to the clinical procedures performed in the medical office setting. Students perform basic examining room skills including screening, vital signs, patient history, minor surgery and patient preparation for routine and specialty exams in the ambulatory care setting. Learner explores communication principles and psychology theories related to patient care.

Total Credits

Course Competencies

Practice standard precautions

Assessment Strategies

in a skill demonstration

in a written exam

Criteria

you list major types of infectious agents

you describe the infection cycle, including the infectious agent, reservoir, susceptible host, means of transmission, portals of entry, and portals of exit

you define asepsis

you differentiate between medical and surgical asepsis used in ambulatory care settings, identifying when each is appropriate.

you identify the role of the CDC regulations in healthcare settings

you identify personal safety precautions as established by OSHA

you discuss infection control procedures.

you perform handwashing

you describe personal protective equipment

you describe Standard Precautions, including: transmission based precautions; purpose; and activities regulated.

you discuss the application of Standard Precautions with regard to: All body fluids, secretions and excretions; blood; non intact skin; and mucous membranes.

you select appropriate barrier/personal protective equipment for potentially infectious situations

you dispose of biohazardous materials

you identify safety techniques that can be used to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment

you identify processes for disposal of biohazardous waste

you identify the implications for failure to comply with Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regulations in health care settings
Perform sterilization techniques

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration

in a written exam

Criteria

you compare different methods of controlling the growth of microorganisms

you use correct disinfection terminology

you employ disinfection guidelines

you identify causes of improper disinfection

you differentiate between sterilization methods

you perform sterilization procedures according to established criteria checklist

you prepare items for autoclaving

you follow autoclave sterilization guidelines

you identify causes of improper sterilization

you recognize signs that sterilization may have been compromised

you perform quality control measures and document results

you identify processes for disposal of chemicals
Obtain vital signs

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration

in a written exam

Criteria

you obtain and document vital signs according to established criteria checklists

you recognize normal values for age-appropriate vital signs

you assess variations associated with vital signs

you maintain equipment

you provide patient instruction

you document patient care accurately in the patient record
Obtain patient history

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration, role play, and/or written paper

in a written exam

Criteria

you use reflection, restatement and clarification techniques to obtain a patient history

you obtain all components of patient history

you maintain confidentiality

you report relevant information to others succinctly and accurately

you document patient care accurately in the patient record

patient history follows established documentation procedures

patient history uses correct medical abbreviations and terminology

patient history is complete, clear and legible

patient history contains correct grammar and spelling

you use medical terminology, pronouncing medical terms correctly, to communicate information, patient history, data and observations
Employ elements of therapeutic communication based upon theories of psychology

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration and/or role play

in a written exam

Criteria

you recognize the elements of oral communication using a sender-receiver process

you identify types of verbal and nonverbal communication

you use appropriate body language and other nonverbal skills in communicating with patients, family and staff

you respond to nonverbal communication

you demonstrate awareness of the territorial boundaries of the person with whom communicating

you recognize and protect personal boundaries in communicating with others

you identify the role of self-boundaries in the health care

you demonstrate sensitivity appropriate to the message being delivered

you demonstrate empathy in communicating with patients, family and staff

you apply active listening skills

you recognize communication barriers

you identify techniques for overcoming communication barriers

you analyze communications in providing appropriate responses/feedback

you identify subjective and objective information

you discuss the theories of Maslow

you discuss the theories of Erikson

you identify challenges in communication with different age groups

you identify coping mechanisms

you identify issues associated with diversity as it relates to patient care
Assist physician with patient care: routine examinations

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration and/or role play

in a written exam

Criteria

you prepare examination and treatment area according to established criteria checklist

you prepare patients according to established criteria checklist

you identify instruments needed for routine exams

you position a patient in several positions, citing reasons for placing the patients in the selected position

you perform patient screening following established protocols

you assist according to established criteria checklist

you identify terminology, preparation, procedures, safety and equipment used for assisting

you identify principles of body mechanics and ergonomics

you use proper body mechanics

you identify the medical assistant’s role in telehealth

you participate in a telehealth interaction with a patient
Assist physician with patient care: specialty examinations in pediatrics

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration and/or role play

in a written exam

Criteria

you prepare patients according to established criteria checklist

you assist according to established criteria checklist

you identify instruments needed for specialty exams

you perform pre-exam screening procedures (e.g. maintain growth charts)

you identify terminology, preparation, procedures, safety and equipment used for assisting with specialties

you document patient care accurately in the patient record

you identify appropriate vaccinations based on an immunization schedule
Assist physician with patient care: specialty examinations in OB/GYN

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration and/or role play

in a written exam

Criteria

you prepare patients according to established criteria checklist

you assist according to established criteria checklist

you identify instruments needed for specialty exams

you perform pre-exam screening procedures

you identify terminology, preparation, procedures, safety and equipment used for assisting with specialties

you document patient care accurately in the patient record
Assist physician with patient care: specialty examinations in other specialties

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration and/or role play

in a written exam

Criteria

you prepare patients according to established criteria checklist

you assist according to established criteria checklist

you identify instruments needed for specialty exams

you perform pre-exam screening procedures

you identify terminology, preparation, procedures, safety and equipment used for assisting with specialties

you document patient care accurately in the patient record
Assist with procedures and/or treatments

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration and/or role play

in a written exam

Criteria

you explain the rationale for performance of a procedure to the patient

you show awareness of patients concerns regarding their perceptions related to the procedure being performed

you document patient care accurately in the patient record

you prepare a patient for procedures and/or treatment
Assist with minor surgery

Assessment Strategies

in a performance demonstration and/or role play

in a written exam

Criteria

you explain the rationale for performance of a procedure to the patient

you show awareness of patients concerns regarding their perceptions related to the procedure being performed

you prepare a patient for procedures and/or treatment

you utilize principles of surgical asepsis and sterility

you identify minor surgical instruments

you select correct instruments and supplies for the procedure

you demonstrate the application of dressings and bandages

you document patient care accurately in the patient record

you differentiate among needles

you differentiate among suture materials

you describe other surgical procedures including electrosurgery, lasers, cautery, and cryosurgery including safety precautions

you perform procedures according to established procedure checklists