Ch 2: The Medical Assistant & the Healthcare Team Flashcards
The process by which an organization is recognized for adherence to a group of standards that meet or exceed the expectations of the accrediting agency.
Accreditation
A system of medical practice that treats diseases by the use of remedies, such as medications and surgery, to produce affects different from those caused by the disease under treatment; medical doctors and osteopaths.
Allopathic
A group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part of conventional medicine. It is used in combination with conventional medicine and alternative medicine is used instead of conventional medicine.
Complementary and alternative medicine
CAM
The process by which something becomes harmful or on usable through contact with something unclean.
Contamination
A form of healing that considers the whole person in individual treatment plans.
Holistic
The concept of care that involves health professionals and volunteers to provide medical, psychological, and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their loved ones.
Hospice
And important point or group of statistical values that, when evaluated, indicates the quality of care provided in a healthcare facility.
Indicator
Condit that falls below the standards of behavior is established by law; this is when behavior does not meet the standards of what is expected of a reasonable and prudent person acting under similar circumstances.
Negligence
Slight misalignments of the vertebrate or a partial dislocation
Subluxations
The process of sorting patients to determine medical need and the priority of care.
Triage
Father of modern anatomy
Wrote first anatomy book
Andreas Vesalius
Discovered the circulatory system
William Harvey
First to observe microbes through a lens
Developed the first microscope
Anton van Leeuwenhoek
Founder of scientific surgery
John Hunter
Developed smallpox vaccine
Edward Jenner
First physician to recommend handwashing to prevent perpetual fever
Believed there was a connection between performing autopsies and then delivering babies that caused perpetual fever and new mothers
Ignaz Semmelweis
Founder of nursing
Florence Nightingale
Established the American red cross
Clara Barton
First woman in the United States to earn a doctor of medicine degree
Elizabeth Blackwell
Father of bacteriology and preventative medicine
Developed pasteurization and establish the connection between germs and disease
Louis Pasteur
Father of sterile surgery
Developed antiseptic methods for surgery
Joseph Lister
Developed Koch’s postulates, a theory of causative agent for disease
Discovered the cause of cholera
Robert Koch
Discovered the x-ray
William Roentgen
Proved that yellow fever was transmitted by mosquito bites while in the US Army serving in Cuba
Walter Reed
Injected chemicals for the first time to treat disease (syphilis)
Paul Ehrlich
Discovered radium and polonium
Marie Currie
Discovered penicillin
Alexander Fleming
Developed the oral live virus vaccine for polio 10 years after Salk developed the first injected vaccine
Albert Sabin
founded neonatology
Developed the Apgar score, which assesses the status of newborns
Virginia Apgar
Developed the first safe and effective injectable vaccine for polio
Jonas Salk
Preformed the first human heart transplant
Christiaan Bernard
Pioneered the technique of in vitro fertilization
IVF
Edwin Carl Wood
Research pioneer in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
AIDS
David Ho
Known as the father of medicine
Remembered for the first Hippocratic oath
Credited with taking mysticism out of medicine and giving it scientific basis
Hippocrates
The principal US department for providing essential human services and protecting the health of all Americans, especially those unable to help themselves.
Is made up of more than 300 programs covering research; child services, including immunizations; financial assistance for low income families; programs for the elderly; and oversight of Medicare and Medicaid programs
Department of Health and Human Services
HHS
The principal US federal agency concerned with health. It conducts research on health related issues and serves as a clearinghouse for information and statistics associated with healthcare.
Focuses on specific health related issues; some of these divisions are the national Center for HIV, STD,NTB prevention; the public health practice program office; the national Center on birth defects and developmental disabilities; and the national Center for health statistics.
Establishes regulations that affect all healthcare facilities
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CBC
Part of the HHS and seeks to improve the health of the American people.
It supports and conducts biomedical research into the causes and prevention of diseases and uses a modern communication system to furnish bio medical information to the healthcare professions.
It consists of 27 different institutes and centers, in addition to the national Library of medicine. Thousands of research products are underway in their laboratories and clinics at any given time. Also provides funding for research projects conducted at universities, medical schools, and hospitals.
National Institutes of Health
NIH
And agency of the department of labor responsible for establishing and enforcing regulations to protect individuals in the workplace.
It’s Influence in2 the healthcare setting is far reaching, especially in the areas of infection control and the development of the blood-borne pathogen standard to protect healthcare workers and patients from contracting infectious diseases in a healthcare setting.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA
The only agency association developed exclusively to the medical assisting profession
Maxine Williams was elected the first president of the organization in 1957
In 1974 the US office of education recognized this organization as an official accrediting agency
American Association of Medical Assistants
AAMA
Was founded in 1939 as a nationally recognized certification agency for multiple allied health professions
Their certification examinations are developed, administered, and analyzed by a committee of subject matter experts
American Medical Technologists
AMT
Was established in 1992 offers certification examinations in a number of allied health programs
Offers two different medical assisting certifications: certified clinical medical assistant and certified medical administrative assistant
National health Career Association
NHA
Functions as a specialty physician assistant under the direction of a licensed and qualified anesthesiologist
Assist in developing and implementing the Anesthesia care plan
Anesthesiology assistant
A type of physician
Uses drawings are other arts and media forms to assess, treat, and rebuild take patients with mental, emotional, physical and or developmental disorders
Art therapist
A type of physician
Provides a variety of services, including injury prevention, assessment, immediate care, treatment, and rehabilitation after physical injury or trauma
Athletic trainer
A type of physician
Identifies individuals with symptoms of hearing loss and other auditory,Balance, and related Nuro problems Assesses the nature of those problems and helps individuals manage them
Audiologist
A type of physician
Performance routine and specialized test in the blood center and transfusion services, using methods that conform to the excepted standards in the blood bank industry
Blood bank technology specialist
A type of physician
Using invasive or non-invasive techniques, or both, perform diagnostic examinations and therapeutic interventions for the heart and blood vessels at the request of a position
Diagnostic cardiovascular sonographer/technologist
A type of physician
Perform his routine and specialized test in blood center and transfusion services, using methods that conform to the excepted standards in the blood bank industry
Blood bank technology specialist
A type of physician
In conjunction with the path all a just, performance test to diagnose the causes and nature of disease; also develop data on blood, tissues, and fluids of the human body using a variety of methodologies
Clinical laboratory science/medical technologist
A type of physician
Deals with human development through support, therapeutic approaches, consultation, evaluation, teaching, and research; practices the art of helping people to grow
Counseling related professional
A type of physician
Works with path all a just to evaluate cellular material from all bodies sites, primarily through the use of the microscope; examines specimens for normal and abnormal cytologic changes including malignancies
Cytotechnologist
A type of physician
Uses the psychotherapeutic properties of movement as a process that furthers the emotional, cognitive, social, and physical integration of the patient as a tool for healing
Dance therapist
A type of physician
Performs a wide range of tasks, from assisting the dentist to teaching patient how to prevent oral disease and maintain oral health
Dental assistant, dental hygienist, dental laboratory technician
A type of physician
Uses medical ultrasound to gather sonographic data, which can aid the diagnosis of a variety of conditions and diseases; also monitors fetal development
Diagnostic medical sonographer
A type of physician
Integrates and applies the principles of food science, nutrition, bio chemistry, physiology, food management, and behavior to achieve and maintain good health
Dietitian, dietetic technician
A type of physician
Records and studies the electrical activity of the brain and nervous system; obtains interpretable recordings of patients nervous system function
Electroneurodiagnostic technologist
A type of physician
Provides expert assistance in the symptoms and processes for health information management, including planning, engineering, administration, application, and policy making
Health information management professional
A type of physician
Provides rehabilitation exercises and education designed to reverse or minimize dehabilitation and enhance the functional capacity of medically stable patients
Kinseyotherapist
A type of physician
Applies manual techniques, and may apply adjunctive techniques, with the intention of positively affecting the health and well-being of a patient or client
Massage therapist
A type of physician
Functions as a member of the healthcare delivery team and performs both administrative and clinical procedures and duties; a multi skilled health professional
Medical assistant
A type of physician
Specializes in the visual display and communication of scientific information; crates visuals and designs communication tools for teaching both medical professionals and the public
Medical illustrator
A type of physician
Uses music in a therapeutic relationship to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages; assesses the strengths and needs of clients and patients
Music therapist
A type of physician
Uses the nuclear properties of radio active and stable nuclides to make diagnostic a valuations of atomic or physiological conditions of the body; also provides therapy with unsealed radioactive sources
Nuclear medicine technologist
A type of physician
Collect data and performs clinical a valuation’s; performance tests and protocols required by ophthalmologists; assists in the treatment of patients
Ophthalmic laboratory technician, medical technician/technologist
A type of physician
Performs a series of diagnostic tests and measurements on patients with visual disorders; help design a treatment plan to correct disorders of vision, I movements, and alignment
Orthoptist
A type of physician
Designs and fits devices to patients who have Disabling conditions Of the limbs and spine and or partial or total absence of a limb
Orthotist/prosthetist
A type of physician
Operates extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment during any medical situation in which the patient’s respiratory or circulatory function must be supported or temporarily replaced
Perfusionist
A type of physician
Assists pharmacists with duties that do not require the expertise or judgment of a licensed pharmacist
Pharmacy technician
A type of physician
Delivers prescribe dosages of radiation to Patients for therapeutic purposes; provides appropriate patient care and maintains accurate records of the treatment provided
Radiation therapist, radiographer
A type of physician
Determines and coordinate services to assist people with disabilities in moving from psychological and Economic dependence to independence
Rehabilitation counselor
A type of physician
Evaluates, treats, and manages patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardio pulmonary disorders. They also exercise considerable independent judgment
Respiratory therapist, respiratory therapy technician
A type of physician
In exposure, safety, close it, and other intraoperative technician functions that helps me out is safe operation of the motor is out at
Surgical assistant
A type of physician
Helps prepare patient for surgery and maintain the sterile field in the surgical site, making sure all members of the surgical team follow sterile technique
Surgical technologist
A type of physician
Use this treatment, education, and recreation services to help people with illnesses, disabilities, and other conditions develop and use their leisure in ways that Enhance their health
Therapeutic recreation specialist
A type of physician
RN with additional training and certification; performance physical exams; prescribes medications, including contraceptive methods; orders laboratory tests as needed; provides prenatal care, gynecologic care, labor and birth care, and health education and counseling to women of all ages
Certified nurse midwife
A type of physician
Assists in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac and vascular diseases and disorders; performs non-invasive tests, including electrocardiographs and Echocardiographs
Diagnostic cardiac sonograph her or vascular technologist
A type of physician
Progresses through several levels of training, each providing more advanced skills. Their medical education encompasses managing respiratory, cardiac, and trauma cases and often emergency childbirth. Some states also recognize specialities in this field which includes training in cardiac arrhythmias, and shock trauma which includes starting intravenous fluids and administering specific medications
Emergency medical technician
A type of physician
Provides bedside care, assisting with the day-to-day personal care of inpatients; Assesses patients, documents their progress, and administers medications and intravenous fluids one allowed by law; often works in hospitals or skilled nursing facilities and in physicians offices
Licensed practical or vocational nurse
A type of physician
Preforms diagnostic testing on blood, body fluids, and other types of specimens to assist the provider in arriving at a diagnosis
Medical technologist
A type of physician
RN who administers anesthetics two patients during care provided by surgeons, physicians, dentists, or other qualified health professionals. Practice in various health settings. Must have a bachelor of science in nursing.
Nurse anesthetist
A type of physician
Provides basic patient care services, including diagnosing and prescribing medications for common illnesses; must have advanced Academic training, Beyond the registered nurse degree, and also must have extensive clinical experience. Licensed by individual states
Nurse practitioner
A type of physician
Assistance in helping patients compensate for loss of function
Occupational therapist
A type of physician
Specially trained in advanced emergency skills to eight patients and life-threatening situations.
Paramedic
A type of physician
Assist patients in regaining their mobility and improving their strength and range of motion. They devised treatment plans in conjunction with the patient’s physician.
Physical therapist\PT
A type of physician
Provides direct patient care services under the supervision of a licensed physician; train to diagnose and treat patients as directed by the physician, and in most states they are allowed to write prescriptions; take patient histories, order and interpret tests, perform physical examinations and make diagnostic decisions. Must be licensed. Must pass the Certifying examination to practice in any state.
Physician assistant/PA
A type of physician
They use various machines to help the provider diagnose and treat certain diseases; machines may include x-ray equipment, ultrasonographic machines, And magnetic resonance imaging scanners (MRI)
Radiology technician(RT)
A type of physician
They are thoroughly trained in nutrition and the different types of diets patients required to improve or maintain their condition. They design healthy diets for patients during hospital stays and can help plan menus for home use. They also teach patients about their recommended diet.
Registered dietitian/RD
A type of physician
They provide direct patient care, assess his patients, and determines care plans; they have many career options.
Registered nurse/RN
A type of physician
They commonly use oxygen therapy to assist with breathing; also perform diagnostic tests that measure lung capacity.Most work in hospitals. All types of patients receive respiratory care, including newborns and geriatric patients.
Respiratory therapist/RT
A type of physician
They are trying to evaluate disorders and diseases of the immune system. This includes conditions such as adverse reactions to drugs and food, anaphylaxis, and problems are related to autoimmune diseases, asthma, and insect stings.
Allergy and immunology
Allergist and Immunologist
A type of physician
They provide pain relief and pain management during surgical procedures and also for patients with long-standing conditions accompanied by pain.
Anesthesiology/Anesthesiologist
A type of physician
They diagnose and treat conditions affecting the intestines, wrecked him, and anal area, in addition to Oregon is affected by intestinal disease.
Colon and rectal surgery
Colorectal surgeon
A type of physician
They work with adult and pediatric patients in treating disorders and diseases of the skin, hair, nails, and related Tissues. They are specially trained to manage conditions such as skin cancers, cosmetic disorders of the skin, scars, allergies, and other disorders, both malignant and benign.
Dermatology\dermatologist
A type of physician
They are experts in assisting and treating a patient to prevent death or serious disability. They provide immediate care to stabilize the patient’s condition, and then refer the patient to the appropriate professional for further care.
Emergency medicine/emergency physician
A type of physician
They offer care to the whole family, from newborns to elderly adults. They are familiar with a ride range of disorders and diseases, and preventative care is their primary concern
Family medicine\Primary care provider (PCP)
A type of physician
They correct deformities and defects and treat diseases or injured parts of the body by means of operative treatment.
General surgery\ Surgeon
A type of physician
They are physicians trying to diagnose and treat patients with conditions related to genetically linked diseases. They provide genetic counseling when indicated.
Genetics/Medical geneticist
A type of physician
They are concerned with the comprehensive care, often diagnosing and treating those with chronic, long-term conditions. They must have a broad understanding of the body and it’s ailments.
Internal medicine/Internist
A type of physician
They provide surgical care for patients with conditions of the central, autonomic, and peripheral nervous system’s
Neurologic surgery/Neurosurgeon
A type of physician
They diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system. They are physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of people with mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders. They are qualified to conduct psychotherapy and to prescribe medications.
Neurology and psychiatry
Neurologist and Psychiatrist
A type of physician
These specialists use radioactive substances to diagnose, treat, and detect disease.
Nuclear medicine/Nuclear medicine specialist
A type of physician
They provide care to women of childbearing age and monitor the progress of the developing child. They are concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of the female reproductive system.
Obstetrics and gynecology\obstetrician and gynecologist
A type of physician
They diagnose, treat, and provide comprehensive care for the eye and it’s supporting structures. These positions also offer a vision services, including corrective lenses.
Ophthalmology/Ophthalmologist
A type of physician
They treat diseases and conditions that affect the ear, nose, and throat and structures related to the head and neck. Problems that affect the voice and hearing are also referred to this specialist.
Otolaryngology/otolaryngologist
A type of physician
They study the causes of diseases. They study tissues and cells, body fluids, and organs themselves to aid in the process of diagnosis.
Pathology/pathologist
A type of physician
They promote preventative medicine and treat diseases that affect children and adolescents. They monitor the child’s growth and development and provide a wide range of health services.
Pediatrics/Pediatrician
A type of physician
They assist patients who have physical disabilities. This may include rehabilitation, patients with musculoskeletal disorders, and patients suffering from pain as a result of injury or trauma.
Physical medicine and rehabilitation/Physiatrist
A type of physician
work with patients who have a physical defects as a result of some type of injury or condition. They perform at reconstructive cosmetic enhancements and elective procedures.
Plastic surgery/Plastic surgeon
A type of physician
These specialists are concerned with preventing mental and physical illness and disability. They also Ally’s current health services and plan for future medical needs.
Preventative medicine/Preventative medicine specialist
A type of physician
This is a speciality in which x-rays are used to diagnose and treat disease. They specialize in using x-rays, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, computed tomographic, and magnetic resonance imaging to detect abnormalities throughout the body.
Radiology/Radiologist
A type of physician
They are concerned with the operative treatment of the chest and chest wall, lungs, heart, heart valves, and respiratory passages.
Thoracic surgery/Thoracic surgeon
A type of physician
They are concerned with the treatment of diseases and disorders of the urinary track. They diagnose and manage problems with the genitourinary system and practice endoscopic procedures related to these structures.
Urology/Urologist
A hospital level of care
Usually found in smaller city or community hospitals
Usually serve as the first level of contact between the community members in the hospital setting
Primary level of care
A hospital level of care
Both PCPs and specialists provide care
Larger Municipal or district hospitals that provide a wider variety of specialty care and departments
Secondary level of care
A hospital level of care
Referral system for primary or secondary care facilities
Provides care for a complicated cases and trauma
Includes Medical centers, regional and specialty hospitals
Tertiary level of care
A type of hospital that is run by a corporation or other organizations and usually are designed to produce a profit for the owners or stockholders.
Private hospitals
A type of hospital that exist to serve the community in which they are located and are normally run by a board of directors
Nonprofit hospitals
Is a group of healthcare facilities that are affiliated and work towards a common goal
Hospital system
- Moses presented rules of health to the Hebrews in approximately 1205 BC
- Hippocrates; father of medicine and the Hippocratic oath
- One of the earliest academics was the Royal Society of London formed in 1662
- John Hopkins University school of medicine 1890s They taught and did research
The history of medicine
- The department of health and human services (DHHS)
- Centers for disease control and prevention(CDC)
- national institutes of health(NIH)
- occupational safety and health administration(OSHA)
National departments and agencies that focus on health
- Provides essential human services and protects health
- financial assistance
The department of health and human services
DHHS
- Conducts research on health related issues
- establishes regulations that affect facilities
The centers for disease control and prevention
CDC
- Part of DHHS
- researches into the causes and prevention of diseases
The national Institute of health
NIH
Responsible for the development of blood borne pathogen standard to protect individuals in the workplace
Occupational safety and health administration
OSHA
- American Association of medical assistance (AAMA)1956
- 1993, the accreditation process was restructured and became the responsibility of the commission of accreditation of allied health education programs (CAAHEP)
- American medical technologists (AMT)1939
- National healthcare Association(NHA)1990
Professional medical assisting organizations
- is one of the allied health professionals specialty train to work in ambulatory care settings
- all graduates of accredited programs are taught a similar skill set, including: clinical skills & Administrative skills
- They play a significant role in being the patient’s advocate
- Data from navigator program show that they can improve the diagnosis of cancer and treatment outcomes
- the affordable care act requires that insurance navigators be available to help consumers research and enroll in health insurance through the laws of health insurance marketplace
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Medical assistant job description
- They typically work as part of the healthcare team
- they comprise nearly 60% of the healthcare workforce
-over 5, million of these health professionals work in more than 80 different professions Includes: -Nurses -respiratory therapists -radiation therapist -occupational therapists -physical therapists -technologists of various types -dental hygienists -medical assistance -phlebotomists -pharmacy technicians
Allied health professionals
- Most widely recognized
- write prescriptions and perform surgery
- diagnose illness and disease
- specialize in certain fields for 3 to 6 years
- must be licensed
Doctors of medicine
- Utilizes medicine, surgery & OMT
- Preventative medicine, holistic care
- conservative medication use
Doctors of osteopathy
- Focuses on nervous system to control and coordinate all body systems
- removes distortions/Disruptions in energy flow
- speciality or general practice
Doctors of Chiropractic medicine
- Medical care of hospitalized patients
- employed by healthcare facilities
- set number of weekly hours, salaried
Hospitalists
- Treats and prevents teeth and gum issues
- performs oral surgery and it writes prescriptions
- includes:
- doctors of dental medicine(DMD)
- doctor of dental surgery (DDS)
Dentists
- Tests visual acuity and treats vision defects usually through corrective lenses
- licensed by state
Optometrists
- Cares for feet
- fines pressure
- Weight distribution problems
podiatrist
Provides basic patient care services, including diagnosing and prescribing medications for common illnesses, or they may have additional training and expertise in a specialty area of medicine.
These professionals must have advanced academic training beyond the RN degree and also have vast clinical experience.
Nurse practitioners
They are RNs who administer anesthetics to patients during surgical or implant diagnostic procedures. They must have a bachelor of science in nursing.
Nurse anesthetics
They are a certified healthcare professional he provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative healthcare services under the supervision of a medical doctor. They must pass the national certified examination in order to practice in any state.
Physician assistants
A level of hospitalized care
Seen in smaller city or community hospitals
Usually serves as the first level of contact between the community members in the hospital setting
Primary level of care
A level of hospitalized care
Both PCP and specialist provide care
Larger Municipal or district hospitals that provide a wider variety of specialty care and Departments.
Secondary level of care
A level of hospitalized care
Referral system for primary or secondary care facilities
Provides care for complicated cases and trauma
Medical centers, regional and specialty hospitals
Tertiary level of care
3rd level
Are run by a corporation or other organizations and usually are designed to produce a profit for the owners are stockholders
Private hospitals
Exist to serve the community in which they are located and are normally run by a board of directors
Nonprofit hospitals
Is a group of facilities that are affiliated and work towards a common goal.
Hospital system
Is considered the highest form of recognition for the quality of care a facility or organization provides.
It also provides professional liability insurance benefits and plays a role in regulatory agency relicensure and certification efforts
A credit Dacian
Refers to much more than whether the patient is liked the food served or had to wait to have a procedure test performed.
Categories of compliance include:
- Assessment and care of patients
- Use of medication
- plant, technology, and safety management
- orientation, education, and training of staff
- medical staff qualifications
- patients rights
Quality
A patient seen a provider for the first time is considered a_____ ___________.
New patient
A patient who has seen the provider within the last three years is called a_____________ _______________.
Established patient
Enacted in 1967 and amended in 1988; established that the only laboratory tests that can Be preformed are those designated as________-waved
CLIA
Is a way of organizing primary care that emphasizes care coordination and communication to transform primary care into what patients want it to be.
Saves money by reducing hospital and emergency visits while at the same time improving patient outcomes.
Has five core functions:
-comprehensive care: Involves the PCP, mental health care,
prevention and wellness, acute care, and chronic care
-patient centered care: healthcare that is holistic and relationship-
based, Always considering the individual patients and all facets
of his or her life.
-Coordinated care: Ordinates care across all parts of the healthcare
system
-accessible services: Is achieved through establishing policies that
create shorter wait times for urgent needs, more office hours,
around the clock telephone or electronic access to a member of
the care team, and alternative methods of communication
-quality and safety: This is done by providing evidence-based
medicine and shared decision-making with patients and families,
assessing practice performance and working on improvements,
collecting safety data, and measuring and responding to patient
experiences and satisfaction
Patient centered medical home (PCMH)model
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Primary care medical home
Defined as the range of responsibilities and practice guidelines that determine the boundaries within which a healthcare worker practices
Scope of practice
Is a legal term that refers to whether the level of quality of patient service provided is the same as what another healthcare worker with the same training and experience in a similar situation would provide.
Standards of care
