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Can a Dog Diagnose Colon Cancer with Her Nose?

Sensible Medicine

From that point onward though, continuing education depends on an ability to learn from cases and to assimilate new data as it appears in the medical literature. It was a diagnostic test study, one of my favorite article types, but not a traditional one. .” The idea behind the course was simple.

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Meet Cardiac Nurse Diana-Lyn Baptiste

Minority Nurse

For some patients, their cardiovascular issues aren’t immediately identifiable by vital signs or diagnostic tests. As a cardiovascular nurse, I have always relied on my assessments, diagnostic labs, and exams, as well as my patient’s verbal accounts to develop a safe plan of care to support good health outcomes.

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Medical Assistant Profession: Career Opportunities

MedQuest College

They are increasingly involved in clinical duties, such as taking patient histories, performing basic medical procedures, administering medications, and conducting diagnostic tests.

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Certifications for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurses

Minority Nurse

The duties of the psychiatric mental health APRN include They perform comprehensive head-to-toe evaluations, order diagnostic tests when indicated, and interpret these findings to formulate diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans. Prescribe medications for acute and chronic illnesses.

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Unveiling the Advanced Clinical Skills of Certified Medical Assistants

WSMDA

Proficient in administering tests, vaccinations, and checking vital signs, CMAs engage directly with patients, gaining an in-depth understanding of the clinical environment. Moreover, continuous education for certified medical assistants (CMAs) extends beyond technical knowledge, encompassing soft skills and patient care expertise.

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3 Resources to Help Healthcare Workers Stay Up-to-Date on COVID-19

NHA Now

One of NHA’s latest continuing education (CE) offerings, Top Things an Allied Health Professional Should Know about COVID-19 , shares the top information about COVID-19 you need to know as an allied health professional. Understand the science of COVID-19: pathophysiology, symptomatology, and management of the disease.

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What to Expect After Medical School

Accepted Blog

There will always be new procedures, new medications, and new lab tests to learn about. Through patient case scenarios, the exam tests your ability to formulate a diagnosis based on a patient’s history, their physical exam, and the associated lab findings. It also tests your ability to manage a patient.