Đang chuẩn bị nút TẢI XUỐNG, xin hãy chờ
Tải xuống
Chapter 40 - Assisting with examinations in the basic specialties. This chapter introduces you to the basic specialties of internal medicine, pediatrics, and obstetrics and gynecology. You will learn about the types of examinations and diagnostic tests used in these specialties and about the common diseases and disorders seen in these specialities. | Chapter 40 PowerPoint® to accompany Second Edition Ramutkowski Booth Pugh Thompson Whicker Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Medical Assisting Chapter 40 Objectives: 40-1 Briefly describe the medical specialties of internal medicine, pediatrics and obstetrics and gynecology. 40-2 Describe the types of examinations and diagnostic tests performed in each of these specialties and the medical assistant’s role in them. 40-3 List and describe some common diseases and disorders seen in these medical specialties and typical treatment for them. Assisting with Examinations in the Basic Specialties Objectives (cont.) 40-4 Explain the medical assistant’s duties in assessing for chronic fatigue syndrome. 40-5 Identify common signs of domestic violence and child abuse. 40-6 Describe the medical assistant’s responsibilities in performing a scoliosis examination. 40-7 Describe the medical assistant’s role in assisting with a . | Chapter 40 PowerPoint® to accompany Second Edition Ramutkowski Booth Pugh Thompson Whicker Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Medical Assisting Chapter 40 Objectives: 40-1 Briefly describe the medical specialties of internal medicine, pediatrics and obstetrics and gynecology. 40-2 Describe the types of examinations and diagnostic tests performed in each of these specialties and the medical assistant’s role in them. 40-3 List and describe some common diseases and disorders seen in these medical specialties and typical treatment for them. Assisting with Examinations in the Basic Specialties Objectives (cont.) 40-4 Explain the medical assistant’s duties in assessing for chronic fatigue syndrome. 40-5 Identify common signs of domestic violence and child abuse. 40-6 Describe the medical assistant’s responsibilities in performing a scoliosis examination. 40-7 Describe the medical assistant’s role in assisting with a cervical biopsy. Assisting with Examinations in the Basic Specialties Introduction Medical practice act is a law that defines the exact duties physicians and other health care personnel may perform. Medical assistants are allowed to perform clinical procedures only under the supervision of the physician. Because state laws vary, you will need to know the scope of practice for medical assistants in the state where you work. Specialty Examinations Specialties are physicians who have taken additional training beyond medical school and their residencies. They must pass rigorous examinations in their chosen specialty. Internal Medicine Diagnosis and treats disorders and diseases of the body’s internal organs. They treat medical problems with medicine, and/or modalities (therapeutic agents.) An internist can refer patients to a doctor in one of the internal medicine subspecialties. Assisting with the Physical Examination Usually the same as a general physical examination. You
