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Collection/Examination of Specimens and CLIA Regulations/Risk Management
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Order
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Description
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1
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Demonstrate collection of specimens for diagnostic testing.
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2
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Demonstrate correct labeling of specimens for diagnostic testing.
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3
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Perform processing of specimens for diagnostic testing.
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4
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Perform the tracking of and reporting of test results to practitioner.
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5
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Demonstrate the collection of specimens, examination processes, tracking and reporting of tests according to CLIA regulations.
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6
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Demonstrate screening test results.
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7
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Demonstrate maintenance of laboratory test results using flow sheets.
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8
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Perform quality control measures.
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Urinalysis
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Order
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Description
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1
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Perform routine biochemical tests using appropriate dipsticks, tapes, and/or tablets to test a urine specimen.
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2
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Perform CLIA waived tests including urine HcG, specific gravity, dipstick chemical analysis.
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3
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Perform urinalysis.
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4
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Instruct patients in clean catch specimen collection.
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5
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Identify parts of the microscope.
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6
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Demonstrate use of microscope.
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7
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Demonstrate preparation of urine specimens for microscopy.
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Venipuncture
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Order
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Description
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1
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Establish sites for venipuncture.
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2
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Perform a single and double draw venipuncture with a vacuum tube system.
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3
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Perform venipuncture with a syringe/butterfly.
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4
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Perform capillary puncture.
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Hematology and Chemistry Evaluations
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Order
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Description
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1
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Perform control testing on equipment.
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2
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Perform hematology testing.
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3
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Perform chemistry testing.
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4
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Perform immunology testing.
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5
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Perform various hematological studies to include elements of a CBC.
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6
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Perform various blood chemistry tests such as cholesterol screening.
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7
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Perform other CLIA waived tests such as rapid strep and monospot.
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8
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Consider differences between normal and abnormal test results.
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Applied Clinical Microbiology
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Order
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Description
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1
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Demonstrate obtaining specimens for microbiological testing.
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2
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Perform CLIA waived microbiology testing.
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Administration of Medications
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Order
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Description
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1
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Use proper health and safety precautions of both the patient and self when administering medications.
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2
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Identify the most commonly used syringes and needles and explain their basic use.
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3
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Demonstrate preparation of the patient for administration of each type of medication including oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intradermal.
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4
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Demonstrate accurate documentation of the administration of medications.
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5
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Perform verification of ordered doses/dosages prior to administration.
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6
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Perform administration of parenteral (excluding IV) medications.
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7
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Perform administration of oral medications.
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8
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Demonstrate correct documentation and maintenance of medication and immunization records.
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9
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Demonstrate selection of proper sites for administering parenteral medication.
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10
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Demonstrate preparation of proper dosages of medication for administration.
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Medical Office Emergency Procedures/Emergency Preparedness
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Order
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Description
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1
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Identify safety techniques that can be used to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment.
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2
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Demonstrate evaluation of the work environment to identify safe vs. unsafe working conditions.
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3
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Describe the importance of Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) in a health care setting.
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4
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Identify safety signs, symbols and labels.
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5
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Demonstrate compliance with safety signs, symbols and labels.
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6
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Describe fundamental principles for evacuation of a healthcare setting.
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7
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Discuss fire safety issues in a healthcare environment.
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8
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Discuss requirements for responding to hazardous material disposal.
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9
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Identify principles of body mechanics and ergonomics.
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10
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Discuss critical elements of an emergency plan for response to a natural disaster or other emergency.
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11
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Identify emergency preparedness plans in your community.
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12
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Establish a personal (patient and employee) safety plan.
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13
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Establish an environmental safety plan.
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14
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Discuss potential role(s) of the medical assistant in emergency.
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15
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Display recognition of the effects of stress on all persons involved in emergency situations.
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16
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Display self awareness in responding to emergency situations.
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17
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Identify signs, symptoms and treatment of anaphylaxis.
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18
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Demonstrate proper use of the following equipment: a. eyewash, b. fire extinguishers, c. sharps disposal containers.
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19
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Demonstrate participation in a mock environmental exposure event with documentation of steps taken.
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20
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Explain an evacuation plan for a physician's office.
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21
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Demonstrate methods of fire prevention in the healthcare setting.
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22
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Use proper body mechanics.
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23
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Demonstrate maintenance of a current list of community resources for emergency preparedness.
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Respiratory Evaluations
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Order
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Description
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1
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Describe diagnostic studies for respiratory disorders.
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2
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Perform throat culture procedures.
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3
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Demonstrate patient instruction on proper sputum specimen collection.
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4
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Demonstrate patient in the instruction of the use of metered dose nebulizer.
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5
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Perform spirometry procedures.
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6
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Perform pulmonary function testing.
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Rehabilitative Therapy Procedures
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Order
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Description
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1
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Demonstrate identification, explanation and application of appropriate rehabilitative therapy equipment and procedures (eg. crutches, heat & cold therapy.)
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2
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Describe avenues to restore independent living and improvement in activities of daily living.
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Principles of Radiologic Safety
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Order
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Description
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1
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Describe the role of the medical assistant as related to radiologic procedures.
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2
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Articulate the components of patient preparation for a radiologic procedure.
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3
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Explain the components of patient preparation for radiologic procedures.
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4
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Discuss common patient positions used in basic radiology procedures.
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5
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Explain precautions related to radiology procedures.
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