Anatomy& Physiology
What is the study of the human body's structure?
What is Anatomy?
What does the prefix "dys-" mean?
What is abnormal, difficult, or painful?
What is the process of drawing blood from a vein?
What is venipuncture or phlebotomy?
What is a common administrative task for a medical assistants related to patient visits?
What is Scheduling appointments
What is one way to encourage open dialogue and innovation within a healthcare team?
What is Sharing ideas openly and fostering mutual respect
What does the suffix "-ectomy" indicate?
What is the proper way to dispose of contaminated supplies?
What is the importance of maintaining accurate patient records?
To ensure patients receive the best care possible
What is the term for working together to achieve a shared goal in a healthcare setting?
(hint: it is not teamwork)
what is Interprofessional Collaberation
Which part of the body is referred to by the medical term " Cardio"?
What is the Heart?
What is the medical term for "hardening" of a tissue or organ?
What is sclerosis?
What is the purpose of performing an EKG?
What is helping patients understand their insurance coverage and navigating the billing process
What is the importance of clear and effective communication in a healthcare team?
What is the medical term for the outer layer of the skin?
What is the medical term for a minor cut or scrape?
What is an abrasion?
What should a medical assistant do when encountering an emergency situation such as a patient with chest pain?
Immediately advise the patient to call 911 and then notify the provider and/or supervisor
What steps should a medical assistant take when answering the phone in a medical office?
Answer promptly, identify office/department or team and the medical assistant speaking using a polite and professional tone and ask "how may I help you?"
How can healthcare professionals foster a positive work environment and increase job satisfaction?
By promoting mutual respect and trust among team members
What are the four major vital signs used to assess a patients health?
What does the abbreviation "BP" stand for?
What is blood pressure?
What are some techniques to use when taking medical histories to get as much information as possible from the patient?
What is asking open- ended question, active listening, and empathetic communication
What does "HIPPA" stand for and why is it important in a medical office setting?
What is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act- it protects patient privacy and dictates how medical information is handled
What is the difference in anatomical and physiological knowledge and how does it contribute to better patient care?
Anatomy is the study of the structure of the body, while physiology is the study of how the body functions. Understanding both is crucial for patient assessments, treatment planning and delivering personalized care