ED-MHC-126 Clinical Medical Assistant Specialist

Clinical Medical Assistant

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Define the daily procedures performed by the physician and medical assistant
• Identify the proper guidelines of obtaining vital signs and patient information
• State the methods of the administration of medication and intravenous therapy
• Define the various guidelines for performing phlebotomy and microbiology charges
• Identify the standard guidelines for OSHA, sterilization and disinfection

Medical Terminology

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Identify how to gain and understand the basic word structure in medical terminology
• Recognize how to relate the medical terms to the structure and function of the human body
• Identify body systems, body cavities, and planes of the body
• Define words by dividing them into their component parts
• Recall the terminology used with medical specialists and case reports

Anatomy & Physiology

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Define the basic concepts of anatomy and physiology
• Recognize how cells and organs develop and change throughout the life span
• Recall how each body system functions independently and contribute to overall function
• State basic characteristics of each organ system and how they contribute to maintaining normal body function
• Differentiate between organ systems of the body and their various functions 

Clinical Medical Assistant

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 1
Keeping up with Medical Standards

• Introduction to the Medical Record
• Types of Medical Records
• Documentation in the Medical Record
• Medical Asepsis and the OSHA Standard
• Microorganisms and Medical Asepsis
• OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
• Regulated Medical Waste
• Bloodborne Diseases

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 2
Sterilization, Disinfection and Taking Vital Signs

• Introduction to Sterilization and Disinfection
• Definition of Terms
• Hazard Communication Standard
• Procedures for Disinfection, Sanitation and Sterilization
• Introduction to Vital Signs
• Measuring Body Temperature
• Taking a Pulse
• Calculating Respirations
• Performing Pulse Oximetry
• Measuring Blood Pressure

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 3
The Physical Examination

• Application of Body Mechanics
• Inspection
• Palpation
• Percussion
• Structure of the Eye
• Assessment of Color Vision
• Structure of the Ear
• Assessment of Hearing Acuity
• Hearing Acuity Tests

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 4
Promoting Healing and Obstetrics and Gynecology

• Introduction to Tissue Healing
• Local Application of Heat and Cold
• Cast, Splints, and Braces
• Measuring and Instructing Patients with Ambulatory Aids
• Introduction to the Gynecologic Exam
• Breast and Pelvic Examinations
• Vaginal Infections
• Prenatal Care
• Obstetrics
• Postpartum Visits

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 5
Pediatrics and Minor Office Surgery

• Pediatric Examination
• Carrying the Infant
• Pediatric Blood Pressure Measurement
• Collection of a Urine Specimen
• Pediatric Injections
• Instruments Used in Minor Office Surgery
• Sterile Dressing Change
• Assisting with Minor Office Surgery
• Sutures and Bandaging
• Administration of Medical and Intravenous Therapy

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 6
Cardiopulmonary Procedures and Reproductive Health

• Electrocardiography
• Structure of the Heart
• Cardiac Cycle
• Cardiac Dysrhythmias
• Colon Procedures
• Blood in the Stool
• Male and Female Reproductive Health
• Sigmoidoscopy
• Colonoscopy

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 7
Diagnostic Imaging and Clinical Laboratory

• Introduction to Radiology
• Introduction to Diagnostic Imaging
• Fluoroscopy
• Ultrasonography
• Computed Tomography
• Purpose of Laboratory Testing
• Types of Clinical Laboratories
• Laboratory Reports

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 8
Urinalysis and Phlebotomy

• Composition of Urine
• Analysis of Urine
• Rapid Urine Cultures
• Urine Pregnancy Test
• Serum Pregnancy Test
• Venipuncture
• Vacuum Tube Method of Venipuncture
• Skin Puncture Devices
• Microcollection Devices

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 9
Hematology and Blood Chemistry

• Components and Functions of Blood
• Hemoglobin Determination
• Hematocrit
• White and Red Blood Cell Counts
• Immunology
• Blood Chemistry
• Blood Glucose
• Managing Diabetes
• Glucose Meters

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 10
Medical Microbiology and Nutrition

• Introduction to Microbiology
• Microorganisms and Diseases
• Microbiologic Specimen Collection
• Culture and Sensitivity Testing
• Nutrients
• Carbohydrates
• Fat
• Protein
• Vitamins
• Minerals

Clinical Medical Assistant Module 11
Emergency Preparedness and Medical Procedures

• Introduction to Disaster and Emergency Planning
• Psychological Effects of Serious Emergencies
• Emergency Action Plan
• Fire Prevention Plans
• Office Crash Cart
• Emergency Medical Services System
• First Aid Kit
• OSHA Safety Precautions
   

Medical Terminology

Medical Terminology Module 1
Basic Word Structure

• Word Analysis
• Combining Forms
• Suffixes & Prefixes
• Pronunciation of Terms
• Exercises & Applications

Medical Terminology Module 2
Organization of the Body

• Body Systems and Cavities
• Divisions of the Back
• Planes of the Body
• Pronunciation of Terms
• Exercises & Applications

Medical Terminology Module 3
Suffixes

• Introduction to Suffixes
• Suffixes and Terminology
• Diagnostic & Procedural Suffixes
• Pronunciation of Terms
• Exercises & Applications

Medical Terminology Module 4
Prefixes

• Combining Forms & Prefixes
• Prefixes and Terminology
• Define Common Prefixes
• Pronunciation of Terms
• Exercises & Applications

Medical Terminology Module 5
Medical Specialists & Case Reports

• Medical Specialists
• Combining Forms & Vocabulary
• Case Reports & Terminology
• Pronunciation of Terms
• Exercises & Applications

Medical Terminology Module 6
Body Systems – Part 1

• Cardiovascular System
• Digestive System
• Endocrine System
• Female Reproductive System
• Lymphatic System

Medical Terminology Module 7
Body Systems – Part 2

• Male Reproductive System
• Musculoskeletal System
• Nervous System
• Respiratory System
• Skin & Sense Organs
• Urinary System

**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**

Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomy & Physiology Module 1   
Human Body and Chemical Level of Organization  

• Overview of Anatomy and Physiology
• Structural Organization of the Human Body
• Functions of Human Life
• Requirements for Human Life
• Homeostasis
• Anatomical Terminology
• Medical Imaging
• Elements and Atoms
• Chemical Bonds and Reactions
• Inorganic and Organic Compounds Essential to Human Functioning

Anatomy & Physiology Module 2   
Cellular and Tissue Organization  

• Cell Membrane
• Cytoplasm and Cellular Organelles
• Nucleus and DNA Replication
• Protein Synthesis
• Cell Growth and Division
• Cellular Differentiation
• Types of Tissues
• Epithelial Tissue
• Connective Tissue Mediates Perception and Response
• Tissue Injury and Aging

Anatomy & Physiology Module 3 
The Integumentary System, Bone Tissue and Skeletal System  

• Layers of the Skin
• Accessory Structures of the Skin
• Functions of the Integumentary System
• Diseases, Disorders and Injuries
• Functions of the Skeletal System
• Bone Classification and Structure
• Bone Formation and Development
• Fractures: Bone Repair
• Exercise, Nutrition, Hormones and Bone Tissue
• Calcium Homeostasis  

Anatomy & Physiology Module 4
Axial Skeleton and Appendicular Skeleton   

• Divisions of the Skeletal System
• The Skull
• The Vertebral Column
• The Thoracic Cage
• Embryonic Development of the Axial Skeleton
• The Pectoral Girdle
• Bones of the Upper Limb
• The Pelvic Girdle and Pelvis
• Bones of the Lower Limb
• Development of the Appendicular Skeleton 

Anatomy & Physiology Module 5   
Joint and Muscle Tissue

• Classification of Joints
• Fibrous Joints
• Cartilaginous Joints
• Synovial Joints
• Types of Body Movements
• Development of Joints
• Skeletal Muscle
• Muscle Fiber Contraction and Relaxation
• Nervous System Control of Muscle Tension
• Cardiac Muscle Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology Module 6    
The Muscular System, Nervous System and Nervous Tissue

• Interactions of the Skeletal Muscles
• Naming Skeletal Muscles
• Axial Muscles of the Head, Neck and Back
• Axial Muscles of the Abdominal Wall and Thorax
• Muscles of the Pectoral Girdle and Upper Limbs
• Structure and Function of the Nervous System
• Function of Nervous Tissue
• Action Potential
• Communication Between Nerves

Anatomy & Physiology Module 7  
Anatomy of the Nervous System and Somatic Nervous System 

• The Embryologic Perspective
• The Central Nervous System
• Circulation and the Central Nervous System
• The Peripheral Nervous System
• Sensory Processing
• Central Processing
• Motor Responses

Anatomy & Physiology Module 8   
Autonomic Nervous System and Neurological Exam

• Divisions of the Autonomic Nervous System
• Autonomic Reflexes and Homeostasis
• Central Control
• Drugs that Affect the Autonomic System
• Overview of the Neurological Exam
• Mental Status Exam
• Cranial Nerve Exam
• Sensory and Motor Exams
• Coordination and Gait Exams

Anatomy & Physiology Module 9    
Endocrine and Cardiovascular System: Blood 

• Hormones
• Pituitary Gland and Hypothalamus
• Thyroid Gland
• Parathyroid Gland
• Adrenal Gland
• Pineal Gland
• Gonadal and Placental Hormones
• An Overview of Blood
• Production of the Formed Elements
• Erythrocytes, Leukocytes and Platelets
• Hemostasis

Anatomy & Physiology Module 10    
Cardiovascular System: The Heart and Blood Vessels and Circulation   

• Heart Anatomy
• Cardiac Muscle and Electrical Activity
• Cardiac Cycle
• Cardiac Physiology
• Development of the Heart
• Structure and Function of Blood Vessels
• Blood Flow, Blood Pressure and Resistance
• Capillary Exchange
• Homeostatic Regulation of the Vascular System
• Development of Blood Vessels and Fetal Circulation

Anatomy & Physiology Module 11   
Lymphatic, Immune System and Respiratory System

• Barrier Defenses and Innate Immune Response
• Adaptive Immune System: T lymphocytes and Their Functional Types
• Adaptive Immune System: B-lymphocytes and Antibodies
• The Immune Response against Pathogens
• Diseases Associated with Depressed or Overactive Immune Responses
• Transplantation and Cancer Immunology
• Organs and Structures of the Respiratory System
• The Lungs
• The Process of Breathing
• Gas Exchange

Anatomy & Physiology Module 12    
The Digestive System and Metabolism and Nutrition   

• Digestive System Processes and Regulation
• The Mouth, Pharynx and Esophagus
• The Stomach
• The Small and Large Intestines
• Accessory Organs in Digestion: The Liver, Pancreas and Gallbladder
• Chemical Digestion and Absorption
• Carbohydrate Metabolism
• Lipid and Protein Metabolism
• Metabolic States of the Body
• Energy and Heat Balance

Anatomy & Physiology Module 13    
The Urinary System, Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Balance

• Physical Characteristics of Urine
• Gross Anatomy of Urine Transport and Kidney
• Physiology of Urine Reformation
• Tubular Reabsorption
• Regulation of Renal Blood Flow
• Body Fluids and Fluid Compartments
• Water Balance
• Electrolyte Balance
• Acid-Base Balance
• Disorders of Acid-Base Balance

Anatomy & Physiology Module 14    
The Reproductive System, Development and Inheritance

• Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System
• Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System
• Development of the Male and Female Reproductive Systems
• Fertilization
• Embryonic Development
• Fetal Development
• Maternal Changes During Pregnancy, Labor and Birth
• Adjustments of the Infant at Birth and Postnatal Stages
• Lactation
• Patterns of Inheritance

**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**

Internet Connection

• Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections

*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.

Hardware Requirements

• Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
• Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended

PC Software Requirements

• Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
• Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
• Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
  • Cookies MUST be enabled
  • Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
• The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
• PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)

• Adobe PDF Reader

• QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player

MAC Software Requirements

• Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
• Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
• Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
  • Cookies MUST be enabled
  • Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
• The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
• PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
• Adobe PDF Reader
• Apple QuickTime Media Player