The Profession/History
Hippocrates
Communication includes what 3 things?
-Verbal
-written
-body language
This exam looks at the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum
Upper GI
Posterioranterior
Beam directed from back to front
NPO
Who regulates the scope of practice for the MA?
State
Define teamwork and diversity.
-Diversity=variety
-Teamwork=Working together to accomplish a goal
This exam looks at the soft tissue of the breast
Mammography
Anteriorposterior
Beam directed front to back
Contrast is used for?
To enhance the visibility of the tissue or structure being studied
Who is considered the founder of AAMA?
Maxine Williams
List 3 stress management techniques.
-Aromatherapy
-Deep breathing
-Exercise
-Music
_Humor
Arthrography examines what?
Joint space
examples: knee, hip, shoulder
Lateral
X-ray beam is directed toward one side
Contrast administered how? (3 ways)
-Oral
-IV
-Rectal
The medical assistant performs _____ and _____ duties?
Administrative and clinical
Professional image for the medical assistant includes?
-Good hygiene
-Name tag visible above waist
-Smile
-Free from odors (smoke/perfume)
-Appropriate uniform
This test often used to examine organs of the abdomen
CT
Oblique
Beam is directed at an angle
Diary products
Who can delegate to the medical assistant? (Name at least 3 people)
-Physician
-PA
-NP
-RN
Name 3 sources the medical assistant can use to obtain knowledge.
-Internet
-Professional journals
-Workshops
-Office trainings
KUB looks at what 3 things?
Kidneys, ureters, bladder
Axial
X-ray tube is angled to direct a ray along the axis of the body
The role of the medical assistant with radiology include? (Name at least 3 things)
-schedule procedure
-Educate patient regarding procedure
-Assist as needed to get patient set up
-Educate on post-procedure instructions and when to expect results