Sensible Medicine

MAY 31, 2023

Sandra had been petitioned and certified for involuntary psychiatric admission when she arrived, which basically means that, if she wants to leave, we can keep her for about a week for emergency stabilization, at which point we can either go to court, or release her. [1] “Nothing is working, and she’s really sick.”

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Health Populi

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Alissa Knight , an expert on hacking and cybersecurity, conducted this research by first downloading 30 mHealth apps in collaboration with the companies, to do penetration testing of their apps and APIs. The test was conducted over two weeks with six months of static code analysis. Sidebar on “what is an ‘API?

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Prism Career Institute

JANUARY 16, 2025

Their role in patient communication is vital to ensuring the patients comfort and follow-through on the doctors instructions, which in turn guarantees better treatment outcomes. This exam will test everything youve learned to determine whether you are prepared to become a medical assistant.

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Accepted Blog

AUGUST 22, 2024

Evaluating your process Your facial expressions, body language, spoken and written communication skills, and ability both to collaborate and to lead will all be evaluated. He legitimately hadn’t realized what he had been unconsciously communicating through his expression. Get ready for your MMIs!

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Prism Career Institute

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This necessity extends to both the services you provide and the way you communicate about them. This can include collecting samples or performing basic tests. You may also need to communicate test results to patients. Thyroid function: This test measures hormone levels to evaluate thyroid function.

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Accepted Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

The most reliable source of information about allopathic medical schools is the Medical School Admission Requirements ( MSAR ) website, offered by the AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges). Five steps for evaluating your med school stats Don’t be discouraged if you have low test scores. We can help!

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Prism Career Institute

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Administrative duties may include: Scheduling appointments Welcoming patients at the front desk Accepting and returning phone calls Collecting insurance information Managing medical billing Coordinating admissions and referrals You may notice a commonality between many of these tasks. As a result, robust interpersonal skills are a necessity.

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Accepted Blog

AUGUST 23, 2024

You might be wondering how to best convey your reasons for pursuing graduate school to the admissions committees. You’ll need to practice self-awareness as you think through your abilities and how to communicate them effectively. Avoid making vague and unsupported boasts, such as “I have strong communication skills.”

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Accepted Blog

JUNE 24, 2024

Having worked in admissions for over two decades, I have read thousands of activity descriptions for medical school and related healthcare fields. Other applicants fill out only a few of their activity descriptions, leaving the admissions committees to wonder what they did with the rest of their time.

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Minority Nurse

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

The nurse in the Medical-Surgical Unit suspects worsening respiratory distress, noticing that Mr. Salzo has become increasingly anxious and is moving about restlessly in bed during the admission assessment. Further diagnostic tests reveal that the mass is a malignant neoplasm. and HgB- 7.2

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Accepted Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Show Summary Would you like to hear insight based on decades of experience, both advising applicants to a variety of healthcare programs and working in admissions offices for, again, many different healthcare programs? He discusses the admissions process for healthcare programs. Chuck, welcome to Admissions Straight Talk. [2:29]

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ACI Medical & Dental School

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Electrocardiograms (EKGs) : Administering and interpreting basic heart function tests. Patient Interaction: Communicating with patients, taking medical histories, and measuring vital signs. Enhanced Patient Communication Skills MAs frequently interact with patients, improving their ability to communicate effectively and empathetically.

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Accepted Blog

MARCH 19, 2024

Show Notes Welcome to the 567th episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Are you considering using an admissions consultant at any point during your medical school application journey? Well, if you are, you are eligible for a free 30-minute consultation with a top-notch, experienced Accepted admissions consultant. They count.

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Prism Career Institute

JULY 23, 2024

You can contact us for more information on our program and its admission requirements. A key difference is that medical assistants cannot diagnose patients or issue treatments or prescriptions. If you’re ready to pursue a career as an OB/GYN medical assistant, apply today for the Medical Assistant program at Prism Career Institute.

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Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 4, 2024

Some popular specializations for medical assistants include: – Ophthalmic medical assistant: Assists ophthalmologists with eye exams, vision testing, and patient education related to eye health and eyewear. Explore Northwest Suburban College’s medical assistant programs today by contacting our admissions team.

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Northwest Suburban College

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

– Placement test: Candidates may be required to take a placement test to demonstrate their proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics, ensuring they have the necessary foundational skills to succeed in the program.

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Mildred Elley

AUGUST 8, 2022

LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurse) demonstrate effective therapeutic communication to provide care to their patients. Because most practical nurse training is provided at community colleges, trade schools, and technical institutions, you must first fulfill the school’s admission standards.

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Mildred Elley

AUGUST 8, 2022

LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurse) demonstrate effective therapeutic communication to provide care to their patients. Because most practical nurse training is provided at community colleges, trade schools, and technical institutions, you must first fulfill the school’s admission standards.

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Accepted Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Cynthia Boyd, Associate Dean for Admissions and Recruitment at Rush Medical College, discusses the distinctive elements of the Rush Medical College program, including its focus on developing critical thinkers and providing excellent clinical care. Thanks for joining me for the 551st episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Welcome back. [1:55]

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Milwaukee Career College

APRIL 17, 2020

At Milwaukee Career College, you can train to become a medical assistant and learn to perform clinical tasks, allowing you to dispense medications, take and monitor vital signs, draw blood, run certain diagnostic tests and to better understand medical conditions. MCC is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

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Prism Career Institute

MARCH 1, 2024

Develop strong communication skills, so you can clearly explain procedures or medication methods to patients when required. Apply for Admission to Our Medical Assistant Program The medical assistant program at Prism Career Institute is designed for students who want to enter the workforce in a relatively short period.

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Northwest Suburban College

MARCH 8, 2024

By combining technical competencies, excellent communication skills, and genuine compassion, Medical Assistants contribute significantly to patient care and healthcare outcomes. Laboratory Procedures: They may also collect and prepare laboratory specimens and perform basic laboratory tests under the supervision of a healthcare professional.

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Accepted Blog

APRIL 16, 2024

Show Summary In this episode, Linda Abraham interviews Christian Essman, Senior Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at Case Western Reserve University Medical School. Show Notes Thanks for tuning into the 571st episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Accepted’s med school admissions quiz can give you a quick reality check.

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Arkenea

JANUARY 25, 2025

Unfortunately, this hinders effective communication across multiple systems. Since healthcare software developers create a new application without collaborating with other application engineering teams, creating custom interfaces meant different languages and communication gaps. Ultimately, it made compatibility impossible.

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Accepted Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Michael Ellison, Associate Dean for Admissions at Chicago Medical School at the Rosalind Franklin University. Dr. Ellison shares his insights on what makes Chicago Medical School unique, how to impress its admissions committee, and what all this information means for you as an applicant. We are on rolling admissions.

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Prism Career Institute

JULY 9, 2024

You’ll be applying tested medical methods instead of potentially unproven treatments. Transparency with Patients Finally, evidence-based practice facilitates patient communication. Contact us today for information on the Practical Nursing program requirements for admissions and more.

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Accepted Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Show Summary In this episode, Dr. Valerie Ratts, the Associate Dean for Admissions at The Washington University School of Medicine, offers an overview of the unique program. Ratts overviews Wash U’s holistic approach to admissions and the multi-step interview process. Show Notes Welcome to the 595th episode of Admissions Straight Talk.

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Will Peach MD

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

University Admission Requirements Researching the requirements and expectations of medical schools abroad is essential. Different medical schools may have specific prerequisites, admission criteria, and expectations for international students. Gathering information on admission criteria and financial considerations is crucial.

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Relias

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

It involves communicating and collaborating with patients, their families, and their health care teams to ensure that the patient’s needs and preferences are met and that the best possible outcomes are achieved. What is care coordination? Deliver high-quality care that is consistent with the best evidence-based standards of practice.

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Accepted Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Welcome to the 540th episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Whether you are applying to a niche, innovative graduate program or more traditional one, the challenge at the heart of admissions is showing that you both fit in at your target schools and are a standout in the applicant pool. To remind you to get certain tests. [4:26]

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CareerStep

JANUARY 24, 2024

The quick, painless test provides valuable information about the patient’s heart in real-time. Read more: Can You Become a Pharmacy Tech Without Going Back to School Day in the life of an EKG technician EKG technicians spend their days conducting tests that track the heart’s rhythm and rate. How hard is the EKG test?

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Accepted Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

If you want to know how much of BU medical school’s recent $100 million gift it intends to use for scholarships, or what happens to applications to ensure a genuinely holistic process, or what its associate dean of admissions wants to see in students read on! Welcome to the 541st episode of Admissions Straight Talk.

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Accepted Blog

MAY 28, 2024

Show Notes Welcome to the 578th episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Accepted’s Med School Admissions Quiz will give you a quick reality check. So secondary applications, the primary and secondary are opportunities for you to show that you can write and communicate clearly and concisely whether your essay is longer or shorter.

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Accepted Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Use it as an opportunity to come up with a few ideas, then test them before deciding how to answer. If you seem to be enjoying the conversation, they are likely to rate you as being better at interpersonal communication. Related Resources: The MMI: Everything You Need to Know Do I Really Need a Mock Admissions Interview?

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Relias

JANUARY 30, 2024

The HCAHPS survey captures a wide range of patient experience data addressing staff responsiveness, communication practices, hospital cleanliness, and other healthcare organization metrics. Using nonmedical language and the teach-back method helps improve communication and increase a patient’s understanding of their health condition.

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Relias

JANUARY 8, 2024

The HCAHPS survey evaluates key elements of the patient experience, including communication with doctors and nurses, responsiveness of hospital staff, hospital cleanliness and noise level, pain management, and availability of information. Communicating consistently — Patients want to be informed.

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Will Peach MD

JUNE 22, 2023

After that, you’ll need to pass the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) and choose a medical school you want to apply for. Your Interpersonal Skills Need to Be Sharp A big part of your job as a urologist is communicating with your patients and the staff. You’ll spend the next 4 years earning your M.D.

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