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Friday Reflection 27: The Poor Historian

Sensible Medicine

Many a medical trainee has been humiliated on morning rounds after proclaiming that their presentation was wanting because the “patient was a poor historian.” ” Any attending worth her white coat will respond in one of the following ways: “There are no poor historians, just poor history-takers.”

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4 Common Interactions With Patients a Medical Assistant Can Expect

Prism Career Institute

It’s important for medical assistants to speak clearly, confirm the appointment date and time, and remain professional throughout the process. Taking Vitals and Medical Histories Another main job duty for medical assistants is taking patients’ vitals and recording their medical histories.

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What does a hospital pharmacy technician do?

NHA Now

Medication history technician Hospital pharmacy technicians may serve the role of a medication history technician. Coordination and conduction of environmental testing and air sampling for pharmacy areas in accordance with regulatory standards. Drip rounds - titration monitoring and calculations.

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Beyond Hospitals: Where Else Can Medical Assistants Work?

Prism Career Institute

Clinical Duties Medical assistants may be asked to perform the following clinical duties: Record patients’ symptoms and update medical histories Measure vital signs (i.e., Students can apply what they learn at Prism Career Institute to pursue medical assisting roles in a variety of medical settings.

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A Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant, Taught by NWSC

Northwest Suburban College

Medical assistants often begin by reviewing patient charts from the previous day to ensure all records are up-to-date. This helps in understanding the medical history and any ongoing treatments for the patients that will be seen that day. When patients arrive, medical assistants are usually the first point of contact.

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ePrescription Software Development – Detailed Outlook

Arkenea

Around 75 percent of medication errors have occurred due to distraction. Physicians and hospital staff are surrounded by multiple responsibilities such as attending to patients, examining lab results, reassuring families, rounding on patients, and more. Medication history data prevents severe medicine errors during admissions.

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Medical Assistant vs. CNA: What’s the Difference?

Prism Career Institute

Explore the Medical Assistant Program at Prism Career Institute If you’re interested in pursuing a career as a medical assistant, the medical assistant program at Prism Career Institute is a great place to start.