Kinn's The Medical Assistant
An Applied Learning Approach
by Brigitte Niedzwiecki, Julie Pepper
15th Edition
Publisher: Saunders
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780323871167 |
| eText ISBN | 9780323883016 |
| Publisher | Saunders |
| Publishing Year | 2023 |
| Edition | 15th Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 1456 |
Kinn's The Medical Assistant, 15th Edition, provides structured instruction on administrative and clinical medical assisting. The textbook guides learners through the broad range of professional responsibilities expected of modern healthcare team members in ambulatory care settings.
Clinical coverage introduces vital signs, physical examination assistance, surgical instrument preparation, electrocardiography, pharmacology principles, and medication administration. Dedicated sections address specialized clinical disciplines, including pediatrics, geriatrics, gastroenterology, orthopedics, physical medicine, and rehabilitation. Updated instructional material details protocols for telemedicine workflows, catheterization procedures, and infection control measures related to COVID-19. Administrative coverage spans healthcare technology, written and telephone communication techniques, daily office operations, medical billing, reimbursement, and job seeking strategies.
The textbook incorporates an applied learning approach designed to support medical assistant students during structured academic coursework. The content also offers practical review support for working professionals preparing for national certification credentials.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Professional Medical Assistant and the Healthcare Team
Chapter 2: Therapeutic Communication
Chapter 3: Legal Principles
Chapter 4: Healthcare Laws
Chapter 5: Healthcare Ethics
Chapter 6: Technology
Chapter 7: Written Communication
Chapter 8: Telephone Techniques
Chapter 9: Scheduling Appointments and Patient Processing
Chapter 10: Health Records
Chapter 11: Daily Operations and Safety
Chapter 12: Health Insurance Essentials
Chapter 13: Diagnostic Coding Essentials
Chapter 14: Procedural Coding Essentials
Chapter 15: Medical Billing and Reimbursement Essentials
Chapter 16: Patient Accounts and Practice Management
Chapter 17: Advanced Roles in Administration
Chapter 18: Introduction to Medical Terminology and Anatomy
Chapter 19: Infection Control
Chapter 20: Vital Signs
Chapter 21: Physical Examination
Chapter 22: Patient Coaching
Chapter 23: Nutrition and Health Promotion
Chapter 24: Surgical Supplies and Instruments
Chapter 25: Assisting with Surgical Procedures
Chapter 26: Principles of Electrocardiography
Chapter 27: Medical Emergencies
Chapter 28: Principles of Pharmacology
Chapter 29: Pharmacology Math
Chapter 30: Administering Medications
Chapter 31: Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology
Chapter 32: Dermatology
Chapter 33: Allergy and Infectious Disease
Chapter 34: Gastroenterology
Chapter 35: Orthopedics and Rheumatology
Chapter 36: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Chapter 37: Neurology
Chapter 38: Behavioral Health
Chapter 39: Endocrinology
Chapter 40: Cardiology
Chapter 41: Pulmonology
Chapter 42: Urology and Male Reproduction
Chapter 43: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Chapter 44: Pediatrics
Chapter 45: Geriatrics
Chapter 46: Introduction to the Clinical Laboratory
Chapter 47: Urinalysis
Chapter 48: Blood Collection
Chapter 49: Analysis of Blood
Chapter 50: Microbiology and Immunology
Chapter 51: Intravenous Therapy
Chapter 52: Radiology Basics
Chapter 53: Positioning for Radiology
Chapter 54: Skills and Strategies
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