Kinn's Medical Assisting Fundamentals
Administrative and Clinical Competencies with Anatomy & Physiology
- 2nd Edition - October 21, 2021
- Author: Brigitte Niedzwiecki
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 8 2 4 5 0 - 7
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- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 8 2 4 5 4 - 5
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Request a sales quoteMaster the clinical and administrative competencies you need to succeed as a Medical Assistant! Kinn's Medical Assisting Fundamentals, 2nd Edition covers the administrative and clinical knowledge, skills, and procedures that are essential to patient care. A reader-friendly approach and focus on foundational content — including medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, basic math calculations, and soft skills — provide a solid foundation for the key skills and procedures at the heart of Medical Assisting practice. An applied learning approach organizes content around realistic case scenarios. The 2nd edition adds coverage of intravenous procedures, catheterization, and limited-scope radiography to address competencies approved in many states. This practical text will prepare you to launch a successful Medical Assisting career!
- Easy-to-understand writing style is appropriate for all levels of learners in all types of Medical Assisting programs.
- Emphasis on foundational content includes in-depth coverage of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, basic math calculations, and job readiness to build a strong base of knowledge.
- Illustrated, step-by-step procedure boxes demonstrate how to perform and document key administrative and clinical skills.
- Content supports Medical Assisting certification test plans to help you prepare for board examinations.
- Real-world scenario in each chapter presents a situation for you to follow as you read through the material, helping you understand and apply key concepts as they are presented.
- Learning features include key terms and definitions, Being Professional boxes, study tips, critical thinking exercises, and review and summary sections, all focusing on developing the soft skills that employers seek when hiring.
- Chapter learning tools include terms with definitions, study tips, critical thinking boxes, and review and summary sections.
- Medical Terminology boxes highlight chapter-related medical terms to help you learn word parts, pronunciation, and definitions.
- Evolve website includes skills videos, chapter quizzes, five practice certification exams, and a portfolio builder.
Medical Assisting students
• Estimated annual enrollment 145,000 (IPEDS 2017)
- Instructions for online access
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Contributing Editors
- Reviewers
- Previous Edition Reviewers
- Preface
- Unit 1. Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology
- 1. Medical Terminology Basics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Foundations of Medical Terminology
- Prefixes and Suffixes
- Combining Forms
- Building Medical Terms
- Defining Medical Terms
- Pronouncing Unusual Letter Combinations
- Closing Comments
- 2. Anatomy and Pathology Basics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy Basics
- Acid-Base Balance
- Pathology Basics
- 3. Skeletal System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Skeletal System
- Physiology of the Skeletal System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Skeletal System
- Life Span Changes
- 4. Muscular System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Muscular System
- Physiology of the Muscular System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Muscular System
- Life Span Changes
- 5. Integumentary System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Integumentary System
- Physiology of the Integumentary System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Integumentary System
- Life Span Changes
- Closing Comments
- 6. Nervous System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Nervous System
- Physiology of the Nervous System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Nervous System
- Life Span Changes
- 7. Endocrine System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Endocrine System
- Physiology of the Endocrine System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Endocrine System
- Life Span Changes
- 8. Sensory System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Introduction to General and Special Senses
- Anatomy of the Eye
- Physiology of the Eye
- Diseases and Disorders of the Eye
- Anatomy of the Ear
- Physiology of the Ear
- Diseases and Disorders of the Ear
- Life Span Changes
- Closing Comments
- 9. Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
- Physiology of the Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
- Diseases and Disorders of the Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
- Life Span Changes
- 10. Cardiovascular System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Cardiovascular System
- Physiology of the Cardiovascular System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Cardiovascular System
- Life Span Changes
- 11. Respiratory System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Respiratory System
- Physiology of the Respiratory System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Respiratory System
- Life Span Changes
- 12. Digestive System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Digestive System
- Physiology of the Digestive System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Digestive System
- Life Span Changes
- 13. Urinary System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Urinary System
- Physiology of the Urinary System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Urinary System
- Life Span Changes
- 14. Reproductive System
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Anatomy Of The Male Reproductive SystemS
- Physiology of the Male Reproductive Systems
- Diseases and Disorders of the Male Reproductive System
- Anatomy of the Female Reproductive Systems
- Physiology of the Female Reproductive System
- Diseases and Disorders of the Female Reproductive System
- Diseases and Disorders Related to Pregnancy
- Sexually Transmitted Infections
- Life Span Changes
- 15. Behavioral Health
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Behavioral Health Professionals
- Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
- Behavioral Health Disorders
- Life Span Changes
- Unit 2. Professional Medical Assistant
- 16. Healthcare and the Professional Medical Assistant
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Medical Assistant’s Role
- Professionalism
- Closing Comments
- 17. Applied Interpersonal Communication
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Diversity and Communication
- Nonverbal Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Barriers to Effective Communication
- Communicating in the Workplace
- Personal and Professional Boundaries With Communication
- Understanding Behavior
- 18. Legal Basics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Sources of Law
- Criminal and Civil Law
- Tort Law
- Contracts
- Consent
- Patient’s Rights and Responsibilities
- Practice Requirements
- 19. Healthcare Laws
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Additional Healthcare Laws and Regulations
- Compliance Reporting
- 20. Healthcare Ethics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Personal and Professional Ethics
- Principles of Healthcare Ethics
- Ethical Issues
- Unit 3. Administrative Ambulatory Care
- 21. Health Record
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Types of Health Records
- Contents of the Health Record
- Organization of Health Records
- Documenting in the Health Record
- Paper Health Record Management System
- Electronic Health Records
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
- Storage, Retention, and Destruction of Health Records
- 22. Telephone Techniques
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Telephone Systems
- Professional Telephone Etiquette
- Professional Telephone Guidelines
- Screening Incoming Calls
- Typical Outgoing Calls
- Answering Services
- 23. Scheduling and Reception
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Scheduling Systems
- Establishing the Appointment Schedule
- Types of Appointment Scheduling
- Scheduling Appointments
- Patient Processing Tasks
- 24. Technology
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Computers in Ambulatory Care
- Maintaining Computer Hardware
- Computer Workstation Ergonomics
- Purchasing Computer Hardware
- Software Used in Ambulatory Care
- Computer Network Privacy and Security
- Continual Technologic Advances in Healthcare
- Online Websites for Patients
- 25. Written Communication
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Fundamentals of Written Communication
- Written Correspondence
- Mail
- 26. Daily Operations and Safety
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Opening and Closing the Healthcare Facility
- Equipment and Supplies
- Safety and Security
- 27. Health Insurance Basics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Benefits
- Health Insurance Plans
- Health Insurance Models
- Participating Provider Contracts
- Medical Assistant’s Role
- Other Types of Insurance
- Affordable Care Act
- 28. Diagnostic Coding Basics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- What is Diagnostic Coding?
- Getting to Know The ICD-10-CM
- Preparing for Diagnostic Coding
- Steps in ICD-10-Cm Coding
- Understanding Coding Guidelines
- Maximizing Third-Party Reimbursement
- Providers and Accurate Coding
- 29. Procedural Coding Basics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Introduction to the CPT Manual
- Code Categories in the CPT Manual
- Organization of the CPT Manual
- Unlisted Procedure or Service Code
- CPT Coding Guidelines
- CPT Conventions
- Documentation for CPT Coding
- Using the Alphabetic Index
- Using the Tabular List
- Common CPT Coding Guidelines: Evaluation and Management Section
- Common CPT Coding Guidelines: Surgical Section
- Common CPT Coding Guidelines: Pathology and Laboratory Section
- Hcpcs Code Set and Manual
- Common Hcpcs Coding Guidelines
- 30. Billing and Reimbursement
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Medical Billing Process
- Types of Information Found in the Patient’s Billing Record
- Managed Care Policies and Procedures
- Submitting Claims to Third-Party Payers
- Generating Electronic Claims
- Completing the CMS-1500 Health Insurance Claim Form
- Accurate Coding to Prevent Fraud and Abuse
- Preventing Rejection of a Claim
- Checking the Status of a Claim
- Explanation of Benefits
- Denied Claims
- Patient’s Financial Responsibility
- 31. Accounts, Collections, and Banking
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Bookkeeping in the Healthcare Facility
- Bookkeeping and Accounting Methods
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounts Payable
- Unit 4. Basic Clinical Procedures
- 32. Infection Control
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Disease
- Types Of Infection
- Chain of Infection
- Regulatory Standards for the Healthcare Setting
- Preventing Disease Transmission
- Role of the Medical Assistant in Asepsis
- 33. Vital Signs
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Temperature
- Pulse
- Respiration
- Blood Pressure
- Pulse Oximetry
- Anthropometric Measurements
- 34. Patient Interview
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Therapeutic Communication
- Interviewing the Patient
- Medical History
- Documentation
- 35. Physical Examination
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Physical Examination
- Principles of Body Mechanics
- Positioning and Draping the Patient for the Physical Examination
- Methods of Examination
- Examination Sequence
- Vision and Hearing Screenings
- Medical Scribe
- 36. Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Gynecologic Examinations
- Contraception
- Menopause
- Obstetrics
- Recognizing Domestic Abuse
- 37. Assisting in Pediatrics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Normal Growth and Development
- Pediatric Diseases and Disorders
- Immunizations
- Caring For Pediatric Patients
- Caring For Adolescent Patients
- Assisting With the Pediatric Examination
- Injury Prevention
- Child Abuse
- 38. Assisting in Geriatrics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Changes in Anatomy and Physiology
- Promoting Wellness
- Medical Assistant’s Role in Caring for the Older Patient
- 39. Surgical Equipment and Supplies
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Surgical Instruments
- Surgical Drapes
- Wound Closure
- Care and Handling of Instruments
- Sterilization Using an Autoclave
- Chemical Sterilization
- Surgical Solutions and Medications
- 40. Surgical and Special Procedures
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Minor Surgery Room
- Surgical Asepsis
- Assisting With Surgical Procedures
- Follow-Up Care
- Special Procedures
- Unit 5. Advanced Clinical Procedures
- 41. Patient Coaching With Health Promotion
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Coaching
- Making Changes for Health
- Basics of Teaching and Learning
- Coaching on Disease Prevention
- Coaching on Health Maintenance and Wellness
- Coaching On Diagnostic Tests
- Coaching on Treatment Plans
- Care Coordination
- 42. Patient Coaching With Nutrition
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Metabolism
- Dietary Nutrients
- Food Guides
- Reading Food Labels
- Medically Ordered Diets
- Nutritional Needs for Various Populations
- Instructing Patients on Dietary Changes
- Awareness of Others’ Concerns
- 43. Patient Coaching With Rehabilitation
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Assisting with the Examination
- Coaching for Diagnostic Procedures
- Coaching for Treatments
- Complementary Therapies
- 44. Pharmacology Basics
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Pharmacology Basics
- Drug Legislation and the Ambulatory Care Setting
- Drug Names
- Drug Reference Information
- Forms of Medications
- Types of Medication Orders
- Over-the-Counter Medications and Herbal Supplements
- 45. Pharmacology Math
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Drug Labels
- Math Basics
- Math for Medications
- Reading Syringes
- 46. Administering Medication
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Nine Rights of Medication Administration
- Routes of Medications
- Needles and Syringes
- Preparing Parenteral Medications
- Giving Parenteral Medications
- Intradermal Injections
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Intramuscular Injections
- 47. Intravenous Procedures
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- IV Supplies
- IV Infusions
- Initiating IV Infusions
- Complications of IV Therapy
- Discontinuing the IV
- 48. Cardiopulmonary Procedures
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Cardiovascular System Review
- Ecg Tracing
- 12-Lead ECG
- Ecg Supplies and Equipment
- Ecg Procedure
- Additional Ecg Testing
- Respiratory System
- 49. Medical Emergencies
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Emergencies in Healthcare Settings
- Emergency Equipment and Supplies
- Handling Emergencies
- Environmental Emergencies
- Diabetic Emergencies
- Musculoskeletal Emergencies
- Neurologic Emergencies
- Respiratory Emergencies
- Cardiovascular Emergencies
- Unit 6. Limited Scope Radiology
- 50. Assisting With Radiology
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- How X-Rays Are Produced
- Types of Radiography
- X-Ray Room and Equipment
- Image Quality
- Image Processing and Display
- Risks Associated With Radiation
- Radiation Safety
- 51. Radiologic Positioning
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Review of the Anatomic Position, Planes, and Directional Terms
- Radiographic Projections
- Types of X-Rays
- Unit 7. Medical Laboratory
- 52. Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Government Legislation Affecting Clinical Laboratory Testing
- Quality Assurance Guidelines
- Quality Control Guidelines
- Laboratory Safety
- Specimen Collection, Processing, and Storage
- Laboratory Mathematics and Measurement
- Laboratory Equipment
- 53. Assisting in the Analysis of Urine
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Urine Formation
- Collecting a Urine Specimen: Patient Sensitivity
- Routine Urinalysis
- Microscopic Preparation and Examination of Urine Sediment
- Additional Clia-Waived Tests Performed on Urine
- 54. Assisting in Blood Collection
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Venipuncture Equipment
- Order of the Draw
- Needles and Supplies Used in Phlebotomy
- Needle Safety
- Routine Venipuncture
- Problems Associated With Venipuncture
- Capillary Puncture
- Routine Capillary Puncture
- Pediatric Phlebotomy
- Handling The Specimen After Collection
- 55. Assisting in the Analysis of Blood
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Hematology
- Hematology in the Physician Office Laboratory (POL)
- Hematology in the Reference Laboratory
- Immunohematology
- Blood Chemistry in the Physician Office Laboratory
- Reference Laboratory Chemistry Panels and Single Analyte Testing and Monitoring
- 56. Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Classification of Microorganisms
- Characteristics of Bacteria
- Unusual Pathogenic Bacteria: Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, and Rickettsia
- Pathogenic Fungi
- Pathogenic Protozoa
- Pathogenic Parasites
- Pathogenic Helminths
- Pathogenic Viruses
- Specimen Collection and Transport in the Physician Office Laboratory
- Clia-Waived Microbiology Testing
- Clia-Waived Immunology Testing
- Microbiology Reference Laboratory: Identification of Pathogens
- Stool-Based Tests
- Unit 8. Employment Seeking
- 57. Career Development
- Opening Scenario
- You Will Learn
- Introduction
- Understanding Personality Traits Important to Employers
- Assessing Your Strengths and Skills
- Developing Career Objectives
- Identifying Personal Needs
- Finding A Job
- Developing A Resume
- Developing A Cover Letter
- Completing Online Profiles and Job Applications
- Career Portfolios
- Job Interview
- Improving Your Opportunities
- You Got the Job!
- Appendix A. Word Parts and Definitions
- Appendix B. Definitions and Word Parts
- Appendix C. Abbreviations
- Appendix D. Medication Classifications
- Glossary
- Index
- No. of pages: 1304
- Language: English
- Edition: 2
- Published: October 21, 2021
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323824507
- formats.LooseLeaf ISBN: 9780323824514
- eBook ISBN: 9780323824545
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Brigitte Niedzwiecki
Brigitte Niedzwiecki began her healthcare career as a nurse, working in the hospital with surgical and pediatric patients and also in urgent care. After obtaining her master’s degree in nursing, Brigitte worked in patient and staff education, as a software trainer, and as a nurse educator before transitioning into education. She has been the Medical Assisting program director at Chippewa Valley Technical College in Wisconsin for nearly 20 years, during which time she has participated in reviewing and writing and has helped develop state and national Medical Assisting curricula. She is also lead author of Kinn’s Medical Assisting Fundamentals, a related MA core text designed primarily for programs that do not offer a separate A&P course and are focused on certification.
Affiliations and expertise
Medical Assistant Program Director & Instructor, Chippewa Valley Technical College, Eau Claire, Wisconsin