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What One Hospital’s Slow Recovery From a Cyberattack Means for Patients

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They relied on pen and paper for medical records and notes, and sent runners between departments to take orders and deliver test results. The clinical staff suddenly could no longer receive digital notifications outside the labor rooms, notifications that help them monitor the vital signs of laboring women and their fetuses.

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In Demand Career Spotlight: Pediatric Medical Assistant

ACI Medical & Dental School

The day-to-day responsibilities of a Pediatric Medical Assistant can vary depending on the specific medical office or clinic, but typically include: Clinical Tasks: These involve taking vital signs, administering medications and vaccines, assisting with medical examinations, and performing simple laboratory tests.

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Telehealth Analysis: The Pros & Cons

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While video calls allow for visual assessments, certain aspects of a physical exam—such as checking vital signs, palpating areas of pain, or listening to a patient’s heart and lungs—cannot be replicated remotely. This limitation means that telehealth may not be suitable for all medical concerns.

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Top 27 Medical Terms Every Medical Assistant Should Know

Prism Career Institute

A good understanding will help you succeed in a variety of areas: Accurately and efficiently fulfilling physician requests Communicating effectively with other team members Requesting funding from insurance companies Educating patients and their families Medical terminology can sound like another language at times.

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What Are SOAP Notes and How Do You Write Them?

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The information recorded may include symptoms, medical history, test results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescription medications, and progress made at appointments. This information is shared with insurance companies to justify claims. It may be appropriate to say that more data and follow-up sessions are needed.

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How Many Hours Does A Medical Assistant Work?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Clinical Duties: Take patient vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, height, weight). Verify patient insurance information and process any necessary paperwork. Perform basic lab tests and prepare samples for external labs. Turn on computers, check phone messages, and ensure exam rooms are stocked and clean.

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Risks Facing Nurse Practitioners Today

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Nurses Service Organization (NSO) and CNA have published the new edition of the Nurse Practitioner Professional Liability Exposure Claim Report analyzing 232 closed professional liability claims against NPs, student NPs, and NPs covered through a CNA-insured healthcare business over five years (2017-2021). Download the complete report here.