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American Federalism in Practice: : The Formulation and Implementation of Contemporary Health Policy by Michael Doonan American Federalism in Practice is an original and important contribution to our understanding of contemporary health policy. It also illustrates how contentious public policy is debated, formulated, and implemented in today's overheated political environment. Health care reform is perhaps the most divisive public policy issue facing the United States today. Michael Doonan provides a unique perspective on health policy in explaining how intergovernmental relations shape public policy. He tracks federal-state relations through the creation, formulation, and implementation of three of the most important health policy initiatives since the Great Society: the State Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), both passed by the U.S. Congress, and the Massachusetts health care reform program as it was developed and implemented under federal government waiver authority. He applies lessons learned from these cases to implementation of the Affordable Care Act. "Health policymaking is entangled in a complex web of shared, overlapping, and/or competing power relationships among different levels of government," the author notes. Understanding federal-state interactions, the ways in which they vary, and the reasons for such variation is essential to grasping the ultimate impact of federalism on programs and policy. Doonan reveals how federalism can shift as the sausage of public policy is made while providing a new framework for comprehending one of the most polarizing debates of our time.
ISBN: 9780815724834
Publication Date: 2013
Beyond the HIPAA Privacy Rule by Sharyl J. Nass (Editor); Laura A. Levit (Editor); Lawrence O. Gostin (Editor); Institute of Medicine (U.S.) Staff; Health Research and the Privacy of Health Information; Board on Health Care Services Staff; Board on Health Sciences Policy Staff In the realm of health care, privacy protections are needed to preserve patients' dignity and prevent possible harms. Ten years ago, to address these concerns as well as set guidelines for ethical health research, Congress called for a set of federal standards now known as the HIPAA Privacy Rule. In its 2009 report, Beyond the HIPAA Privacy Rule: Enhancing Privacy, Improving Health Through Research, the Institute of Medicine's Committee on Health Research and the Privacy of Health Information concludes that the HIPAA Privacy Rule does not protect privacy as well as it should, and that it impedes important health research.
ISBN: 9780309124997
Publication Date: 2009
For the Record: Protecting Electronic Health Information by National Research Council (U.S.) When you visit the doctor, information about you may be recorded in an office computer. Your tests may be sent to a laboratory or consulting physician. Relevant information may be transmitted to your health insurer or pharmacy. Your data may be collected by the state government or by an organization that accredits health care or studies medical costs. By making information more readily available to those who need it, greater use of computerized health information can help improve the quality of health care and reduce its costs. Yet health care organizations must find ways to ensure that electronic health information is not improperly divulged. Patient privacy has been an issue since the oath of Hippocrates first called on physicians to "keep silence" on patient matters, and with highly sensitive data--genetic information, HIV test results, psychiatric records--entering patient records, concerns over privacy and security are growing. For the Record responds to the health care industry's need for greater guidance in protecting health information that increasingly flows through the national information infrastructure--from patient to provider, payer, analyst, employer, government agency, medical product manufacturer, and beyond. This book makes practical detailed recommendations for technical and organizational solutions and national-level initiatives. For the Record describes two major types of privacy and security concerns that stem from the availability of health information in electronic form: the increased potential for inappropriate release of information held by individual organizations (whether by those with access to computerized records or those who break into them) and systemic concerns derived from open and widespread sharing of data among various parties. The committee reports on the technological and organizational aspects of security management, including basic principles of security; the effectiveness of technologies for user authentication, access control, and encryption; obstacles and incentives in the adoption of new technologies; and mechanisms for training, monitoring, and enforcement. For the Record reviews the growing interest in electronic medical records; the increasing value of health information to providers, payers, researchers, and administrators; and the current legal and regulatory environment for protecting health data. This information is of immediate interest to policymakers, health policy researchers, patient advocates, professionals in health data management, and other stakeholders.
ISBN: 9780309056977
Publication Date: 1997
Fundamentals of Infection Prevention and Control: Theory and Practice by Debbie Weston Reviews of first edition: ?This book tells every healthcare professional all they need to know about infection control? A user-friendly, valuable source of knowledge on a subject that can be confusing and complicated.' Nursing Standard ?A valuable contribution within any health or social environment." Journal of Community Nursing Infection prevention and control is an essential component of nursing care, and a crucially important subject area for both nursing students and qualified nurses. Fundamentals of Infection Prevention and Control gives readers a firm grasp of the principles of infection control, how they relate to clinical practice and the key issues surrounding the subject. It provides a comprehensive guide to the prevention, management and control of healthcare associated infections, and the basic elements of microbiology, immunology and epidemiology that underpin them. Thoroughly revised in line with current policy, this new edition contains brand-new chapters on a range of topics including the role of the Infection Prevention and Control Team, audit and surveillance, and the management of outbreaks. Also incorporating a range of case studies and examples as well as additional online content, it is essential reading for all nursing students as well as qualified nursing and healthcare professionals. Explores both principles and practice of a crucial subject area Accessible and user-friendly, with a range of features to help study including key definitions, links back to clinical practice, and chapter learning outcomes and summaries Accompanied by an online resource centre featuring MCQs, weblinks, case scenarios and downloadable fact sheets Features an increased clinical focus, with more application to practice This title is also available: as a Wiley E-Text, powered by VitalSource: an interactive digital version of the book featuring downloadable text and images, highlighting and note-taking facilities, book-marking, cross-referencing, in-text searching, and linking to references and glossary terms instantly on CourseSmart at www.coursesmart.co.uk/9781118306659. CourseSmart offers extra functionality, as well as an immediate way to review the text. For more details, visit www.coursesmart.com/instructors or www.coursesmart.com/students
ISBN: 9781118306659
Publication Date: 2013
Getting Started with HIPAA by Uday O. Pabrai HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) touches every aspect of the healthcare industry. Organizations must meet the government established requirements or face severe penalties. "Getting Started with HIPAA" is a practical and solutions-oriented text that presents HIPAA's broad scope of guidelines in a clear and concise manner. It is a highly informative guide that is ideal for future reference. Once finished, you'll feel confident with your knowledge of the HIPAA Administrative Simplification legislation. It will bring you to a complete understanding of HIPAA legislation and its impact, changes that impact patient and medical records, requirements for privacy of patient and payment information, and much more!
ISBN: 9781592000548
Publication Date: 2003
Guide to Basic Medical Terminology by Karel Cerny
ISBN: 9788024630816
Publication Date: 2013
Healthcare Information Privacy and Security by Bernard Peter Robichau Healthcare IT is the growth industry right now, and the need for guidance in regard to privacy and security is huge. Why? With new federal incentives and penalties tied to the HITECH Act, HIPAA, and the implementation of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, medical practices and healthcare systems are implementing new software at breakneck speed. Yet privacy and security considerations are often an afterthought, putting healthcare organizations at risk of fines and damage to their reputations. Healthcare Information Privacy and Security: Regulatory Compliance and Data Security in the Age of Electronic Health Records outlines the new regulatory regime, and it also provides IT professionals with the processes and protocols, standards, and governance tools they need to maintain a secure and legal environment for data and records. It''s a concrete resource that will help you understand the issues affecting the law and regulatory compliance, privacy, and security in the enterprise. As healthcare IT security expert Bernard Peter Robichau II shows, the success of a privacy and security initiative lies not just in proper planning but also in identifying who will own the implementation and maintain technologies and processes. From executive sponsors to system analysts and administrators, a properly designed security program requires that that the right people are assigned to the right tasks and have the tools they need. Robichau explains how to design and implement that program with an eye toward long-term success. Putting processes and systems in place is, of course, only the start. Robichau also shows how to manage your security program and maintain operational support including ongoing maintenance and policy updates. (Because regulations never sleep!) This book will help you devise solutions that include: Identity and access management systems Proper application design Physical and environmental safeguards Systemwide and client-based security configurations Safeguards for patient data Training and auditing procedures Governance and policy administration Healthcare Information Privacy and Security is the definitive guide to help you through the process of maintaining privacy and security in the healthcare industry. It will help you keep health information safe, and it will help keep your organization-whether local clinic or major hospital system-on the right side of the law. What you''ll learn The basics of HITECH, HIPAA, and other federal laws driving change in healthcare IT How to identify the core issues of privacy and security in a healthcare environment. The steps required to develop and execute a security project plan. The technologies and tools available to aid in the process of deploying a secure EHR system. The core regulatory issues and practical matters of security in a healthcare environment. The frameworks and methodology that will assist in tackling the issues of privacy and security. The technologies impacted by matters of privacy and security along with proposals for managing them effectively. Who this book is for Healthcare professionals who work in information technology, information security, health information management, as well as in the more specialized areas of privacy, compliance, and informatics. The book is also useful for consultants working in the field of information security who require a better understanding of the challenges facing the healthcare industry, EMR Vendors who are tasked with guiding their customers through a secure implementation of their product, and technology professionals seeking to make an entry into the world of Healthcare IT. Table of Contents Chapter 1. Introduction: The Long-Awaited Manual Chapter 2. Waking the Sleeping Giant: A Brief History of Healthcare IT Chapter 3. It''s Not Just HIPAA: Legislating Privacy and Security Chapter 4. Assembling the Team: Bringing the Right Human Resourcesto the Table Chapter 5. Sifting Through the Wreckage: The Security Audit Chapter 6. Review Your Policies and Develop a Plan: Strategies forSuccess Chapter 7. Identity and Access Management: Know Your User Base Chapter 8. ApplicationDesign: Maximum Efficiency or Minimum Necessary? Chapter 9. Access Validation Process Chapter 10. Physical and Environmental Safeguards: Security Beyondthe Ones and Zeros Chapter 11. Systemwide and Client-Based Security Configuration:Making Sure All the Pieces Fit Together Chapter 12. Safeguarding Patient Data from Prying Eyes: Knowing WhereYour PHI Resides Chapter 13. People, the Most Crucial Element: Training the Masses toRespect the System Chapter 14. Business Associates: The Human Resources Just Beyond YourReach Chapter 15. Security Project vs. Operational Support Chapter 16. Putting the Plan in Place: Ongoing Maintenance and Lifeafter the Security Project Appendix A. Sample Business Associate Agreement Appendix B. Sample Rules of Behavior for Privileged User Accounts Appendix C. Breach Notification Process
ISBN: 9781430266761
Publication Date: 2014
Medical Education and Training by Yvonne Carter ; Neil Jackson (Editors) The field of medical education and training has undergone dramatic changes within the past few years, and continues to evolve. With the demands on young doctors increasing, along with higher patient expectations, the need for ongoing education and training within the medical profession has never been higher. This book offers theoretical and practical guidance for those planning, delivering, and receiving education and training in ever-changing healthcareenvironments. Themes covered include assessment, professionalism and medical regulation, educational standards, patients' expectations, Continuing Professional Development, leadership and management, theEuropean Working Time Directive, fitness to practice, interprofessional learning, the development of the NHS workforce, equality and diversity, and ethical and legal issues. Medical education needs to be a lifelong process, and this book integrates both undergraduate and postgraduate issues throughout, to encourage continued learning.This book will help ensure that future generations of doctors are trained to meet the changing needs of our population.
ISBN: 9780199234219
Publication Date: 2008
Medical Transcription for Dummies by Dummies Press Staff; Anne Martinez The fast and easy way to explore a medical transcription career Flexibility is one of the most enticing aspects of a career in medical transcription. Perfect for in the office, at home, or on vacation, medical transcriptionists can often create lifestyle-appropriate schedules. The transcription field also appeals as a part-time, post-retirement income source for ex-healthcare-industry workers. If you're interested in a career in this growing field, Medical Transcription For Dummies serves as an accessible entry point. With guidance on getting through training and certification and exploring opportunities within the myriad different kinds of employment arrangements, Medical Transcription For Dummies gives you everything you need to get started in medical transcription. Guides you on getting though medical transcription training and certification Includes expert advice and tips on how to approach complex medical jargon and understand procedures Plain-English explanations of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments Whether used as a classroom supplement or a desk reference, students and professionals alike can benefit from Medical Transcription For Dummies.
ISBN: 9781118343074
Publication Date: 2012
Practical Predictive Analytics and Decisioning Systems for Medicine by Linda Miner; Pat Bolding; Joseph Hilbe; Mitchell Goldstein; Thomas Hill; Robert Nisbet; Nephi Walton; Gary Miner With the advent of electronic medical records years ago and the increasing capabilities of computers, our healthcare systems are sitting on growing mountains of data. Not only does the data grow from patient volume but the type of data we store is also growing exponentially. Practical Predictive Analytics and Decisioning Systems for Medicine provides research tools to analyze these large amounts of data and addresses some of the most pressing issues and challenges where data integrity is compromised: patient safety, patient communication, and patient information. Through the use of predictive analytic models and applications, this book is an invaluable resource to predict more accurate outcomes to help improve quality care in the healthcare and medical industries in the most cost-efficient manner. Practical Predictive Analytics and Decisioning Systems for Medicine provides the basics of predictive analytics for those new to the area and focuses on general philosophy and activities in the healthcare and medical system. It explains why predictive models are important, and how they can be applied to the predictive analysis process in order to solve real industry problems. Researchers need this valuable resource to improve data analysis skills and make more accurate and cost-effective decisions. Includes models and applications of predictive analytics why they are important and how they can be used in healthcare and medical research Provides real world step-by-step tutorials to help beginners understand how the predictive analytic processes works and to successfully do the computations Demonstrates methods to help sort through data to make better observations and allow you to make better predictions
ISBN: 9780124116436
Publication Date: 2014
Protecting Your Health Privacy by Jacqueline Klosek It's a new era in healthcare. Gone are the day when access to your medical records is limited to you and your doctor. Instead, today, a diverse group of constituencies have interest in and access to your health information. A cascade of changes in technology and the delivery of healthcare are increasing the vulnerability of your medical information. Accordingly, it is now more important than ever to take control over your own health information and take steps to protect your information against privacy breaches that can adversely impact the quality of your health care, your insurability, your employability, your relationships, and your reputation. In clear, non-technical language, privacy lawyer Jacqueline Klosek teaches readers the basics you need to know as an individual healthcare consumer about the ongoing wave of national and state legislation affecting patient privacy: the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) of 2010, the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH) of 2009, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996. She untangles the increasingly complex ways by which health care providers, insurers, employers, social networking sites, and marketers routinely collect, use, and share our personal health information. Protecting Your Health Privacy: A Citizen's Guide to Safeguarding the Security of Your Medical Information empowers ordinary citizens with the knowledge and know-how we need to protect ourselves and our families from prying eyes, medical identity theft, ruinous revelations of socially stigmatizing diseases, and illegal punitive practices by insurers and employers.
ISBN: 9780313387173
Publication Date: 2011
Sterilisation of Biomaterials and Medical Devices by Sophie Lerouge ; Anne Simmons (Editors) The effective sterilisation of any material or device to be implanted in or used in close contact with the human body is essential for the elimination of harmful agents such as bacteria. Sterilisation of biomaterials and medical devices reviews established and commonly used technologies alongside new and emerging processes. Following an introduction to the key concepts and challenges involved in sterilisation, the sterilisation of biomaterials and medical devices using steam and dry heat, ionising radiation and ethylene oxide is reviewed. A range of non-traditional sterilisation techniques, such as hydrogen peroxide gas plasma, ozone and steam formaldehyde, is then discussed together with research in sterilisation and decontamination of surfaces by plasma discharges. Sterilisation techniques for polymers, drug-device products and tissue allografts are then reviewed, together with antimicrobial coatings for 'self-sterilisation' and the challenge presented by prions and endotoxins in the sterilisation of reusable medical devices. The book concludes with a discussion of future trends in the sterilisation of biomaterials and medical devices. With its distinguished editors and expert team of international contributors, Sterilisation of biomaterials and medical devices is an essential reference for all materials scientists, engineers and researchers within the medical devices industry. It also provides a thorough overview for academics and clinicians working in this area. Reviews established and commonly used technologies alongside new and emerging processes Introduces and reviews the key concepts and challenges involved in sterilisation Discusses future trends in the sterilisation of biomaterials and medical devices
ISBN: 9781845699321
Publication Date: 2012
Venepuncture and Cannulation : A Practical Guide by Nicola Brooks Venepuncture and Cannulation - A Practical Guide offers an easy-to-read, comprehensive account of the practical procedures of venepuncture and intravenous cannulation. It provides the underlying theory and underpinning knowledge required, as well as a step-by-step approach that will enable healthcare practitioners to carry out these procedures safely, efficiently and with confidence.This book is intended as a supplementary resource for those involved in practising or teaching these procedures, for healthcare practitioners wishing to update their knowledge, and for novice practitioners learning these skills for the first time. Each chapter contains intended learning outcomes and points for practice. Some chapters also include helpful illustrations and practical activities, and the book ends with two self-assessment checklists.
ISBN: 9781905539444
Publication Date: 2014

E-Journals

Full text eJournals are searchable through the library catalog or on the eJournals page.

The Professional Medical Assistant by American Association of Medical Assistants
Publication Date: 2000 - 2002
CMA Today by American Association of Medical Assistants
Publication Date: 2003 - present
The New England Journal of Medicine by Massachusetts Medical Society
Publication Date: 1980 - present (3 month delay)

Circulating Print Books

Circulating books may be checked out in 3 week intervals.

Diseases of the Human Body by Carol D. Tamparo; Marcia (Marti) A. Lewis Gain insight on diseases and treatment options for better patient care! Explore human diseases and disorders...from a patient's perspective! Join the generations of students who have relied on this popular text to introduce them to common human diseases and disorders. Its concise, well-organized approach makes learning about the conditions nearly painless! Quick-reading and easy to follow, the book can help you better understand your patient's condition and form a plan of care. And it emphasizes the condition from the perspective of the patient, so you can empathize with the patient as you're providing care. You'll want to keep this book long after you've finished your program! Access more online. Redeem the Plus Code inside new, printed texts to gain access to a wealth of resources online at DavisPlus, including the Davis Digital Version -- your complete text online -- as well as videos, animations, and learning activities.
Call Number: RC46 .T27 2016
ISBN: 9780803644519
Publication Date: 2016
Essentials of Medical Laboratory Practice by Constance L. Lieseke; Elizabeth A. Zeibig For use in MA 211. Copy available for in-library use only.
Call Number: RB37 .L54 2012 - closed reserve
ISBN: 9780803618992
Publication Date: 2012
Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Occupations by Ruth Woodrow; Bruce J. Colbert; David M. Smith Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Occupations, 6th Edition provides an extensive framework of drug information in a concise format for learners studying licensed practical nursing, medical assisting and other allied health professions. Learn calculations quickly through a simplified step-by-step process. Discover key drug information by classifications, such as their purpose, side effects, cautions, and interactions, or utilize this resource to refresh your knowledge of drugs. The accompanying CD-ROM helps learners master pharmacology through quizzes, games, and case studies with immediate feedback and medication administration techniques and safety video clips. Open this resource now and see how easy learning pharmacology can be.
Call Number: RM300 .W67 2011
ISBN: 1435480333
Publication Date: 2010
A Handbook for Medical Assistants and Medical Secretaries by Valeri Morimoto
Call Number: R728.8 .M67 2005
Publication Date: 2005
Keys to Medical Assisting: A Pocket Guide by Jahangir Moini For courses in comprehensive medical assisting. A pocket-sized, step-by-step guide to medical assisting Keys to Medical Assisting: A Pocket Guide is an easy-to-use reference guide for both students and practicing medical assistants. Designed to fit in a pocket, the guide progresses from basic concepts to more complex competencies. Chapters are grouped into one of four sections: Administrative Medical Assisting, Office Equipment and Financial Management, Clinical Medical Assisting, and Basic Pharmacology and Administration of Medications. The 2nd edition presents day-to-day procedures in an accessible step-by-step format, and includes new at-a-glance tables and key focus boxes providing quick access to essential knowledge.
Call Number: R728.8 .M652 2018
ISBN: 9780134868295
Publication Date: 2018
Kinn's the Administrative Medical Assistant by Alexandra Patricia Young The most comprehensive front office medical assisting resource available, Kinn's The Administrative Medical Assistant, 7th Edition provides unparalleled coverage of the practical, real-world administrative skills essential to your success in the health care office. This thoroughly updated, fully modernized edition combines current, reliable content with innovative support tools to deliver an engaging learning experience and help you confidently prepare for today's competitive job market. Apply what you learn to realistic administrative situations through an Applied Learning Approach that integrates case studies at the beginning and end of each chapter. Study more effectively with detailed Learning Objectives, Vocabulary terms and definitions, and Connections icons that link important concepts in the text to corresponding exercises and activities throughout the companion Evolve Resources website and Study Guide & Procedure Checklist Manual. Confidently meet national medical assisting standards with clearly identified objectives and competencies incorporated throughout the text. Master key skills through step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations that clarify procedures. Sharpen your analytical skills and test your understanding of important concepts with critical thinking exercises. Understand the importance of patient privacy with the information highlighted in helpful HIPAA boxes. Demonstrate your proficiency to potential employers with an interactive portfolio builder on the companion Evolve Resources website. Familiarize yourself with the latest administrative office trends and issues including the Electronic Health Record. Confidently prepare for the CMA and RMA certification exams with online practice exams and an online appendix that mirrors the exam outlines and provides fast, efficient access to related content. Find information quickly and easily with newly reorganized chapter content and charting examples. Reinforce your understanding through medical terminology audio pronunciations, Medisoft practice management software exercises, chapter quizzes, review activities, and more on the completely revised companion Evolve Resources website.
Call Number: R728.8.K49 2007
ISBN: 1416032010
Publication Date: 2007
Medical Assistant Exam: Preparation for the CMA (AAMA) and RMA Exams by Learning Express Editors As the health care industry expands because of advances in medicine and the growth of the aging population, there will be an increased need for medical assistants. Employment is expected to grow much faster than average, ranking Certified and Registered Medical Assistants among the fastest growing occupations over the next decade. This guide is a one-stop source for information about the profession and all topics presented on the challenging exam. Inside: - Access to THREE full-length exams (2 in the book and 1 instantly scored exam online)- Information on the daily requirements of a medical assistant--completely revised and updated to include all recent career developments- Comprehensive review chapters covering all tested areas on the CMA and RMA exams
Call Number: R728.8 .M38 2017
ISBN: 9781611030976
Publication Date: 2017
Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies by Michelle Blesi Clear and easy to understand, MEDICAL ASSISTING: ADMINISTRATIVE AND CLINICAL COMPETENCIES UPDATE, Eighth Edition delivers all of the knowledge base, skills, and behaviors required for an entry-level medical assistant, including a comprehensive updated section on the structure and function of body systems. The book has been streamlined and updated to include the latest in Nutrition, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), ICD-10, updated electronic health records throughout the entire text, as well as personal effectiveness topics such as, professionalism, teamwork and time management. Updated and innovative, the 8th edition of Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies uses multiple in-text features and exclusive technology products to prepare you for a successful career in medical assisting, and give you an advantage in today's competitive marketplace. The updated printing of the eighth edition includes new ICD-10 coding information, as well as revised and updated coding content.
Call Number: R728.8 .B547 2018
ISBN: 9781337909815
Publication Date: 2017
Medical Assisting Made Incredibly Easy: Law and Ethics by Springhouse Publishing Company Staff; Robyn Gohsman This new addition to the Medical Assisting Made Incredibly Easy series is the first law and ethics textbook tailored specifically to medical assisting students. A host character guides students through the material in an enjoyable, readable, and extremely practical manner that makes teaching and learning fun. Boxes with eye-catching icons provide practical advice about workplace scenarios and other topics. More than 140 illustrations enhance visual learning. ABHES and CAAHEP competencies covered in each chapter are listed. Each chapter ends with a ten-question quiz. http://thepoint.lww.com/product/isbn/9780781771696
Call Number: R728.8 .G67 2009
Publication Date: 2008
Medical Assisting Review by Jahangir Moini Catching your success has never been easier, with the new 5th edition of MEDICAL ASSISTING REVIEW: PASSING THE CMA, RMA, and CCMA EXAMS, confidently master the competencies you need for certification with a user-friendly approach and a variety of practice exams. Now also available with McGraw-Hill’s revolutionary adaptive learning technology, LearnSmart! Study effectively, spending more time on topics you don’t know and less time on the topics you do! Succeed with LearnSmart...Join the learning revolution and achieve certified success!
Call Number: R728.8 .M653 2015
Publication Date: 2014
Medical Office Procedures by Nenna L. Bayes Thoroughly revised and updated, Medical Office Procedures is a text-workbook that introduces and describes the tasks of a medical office assistant's career; teaches records management, medical communications, and scheduling skills; and describes procedures for preparing patients' charts and bills. Practice management, electronic health records, and finances are also addressed. Multi-day simulations provide real-world experience with physician dictation. Managerial skills are also included.
Call Number: R728.8 .B44 2014
ISBN: 0077862031
Publication Date: 2014
Medical Terminology: An Illustrated Guide by Barbara Janson Cohen Now in its Sixth Edition, Medical Terminology: An Illustrated Guide is geared to the mid-level medical terminology course, and includes moderate amounts of anatomy and physiology. The author uses a stepwise approach to learning medical terminology. Part 1 describes how medical terms are built from word parts; Part 2 introduces body structures, diseases, and treatments; and Part 3 describes each body system. Individual chapters also build on knowledge in stages, with Key Terms sections listing those terms most commonly used and later Supplementary Terms sections presenting more specialized terms. This edition has a more reader-friendly design, provides more complete representation of the health professions, and includes dental terminology. Written pronunciations are included for all appropriate terms. A robust online ancillary package aids retention through exercises, games, and activities. PASSport to Success(tm) allows students to identify their personal learning style and target exercises and activities best suited to their learning style.
Call Number: R123 .C56 2011
Publication Date: 2010
Medical Terminology Express by Barbara A. Gylys; Regina M. Masters A condensed format paired with the power of the Medical Language Lab provides an ideal fit for short course, online, or self-paced study. Now in its 2nd edition, Medical Terminology Express adapts Barbara Gylys's proven word-building techniques for the short-course. Organized by body system, this text shows the connection between anatomical structures and associated medial word roots. Online. Interactive. Progressive. The Medical Language Lab is the new, interactive, online program that ensures your students master the language of medicine. Based on proven language methodology, it guides your students step by step from basic through advanced levels of proficiency to become confident medical language speakers. A special code in the front of the book unlocks The MLL for you and your students. Use it with your current learning management system or with its integrated grade book. Customize it to meet the needs of your course. Want to learn more? Explore all the Medical Language Lab has to offer through this video series. Spend more time teaching, less time preparing for class. In addition to the Medical Language Lab which includes automatically graded activities and a Gradebook (see an example here), the instructor resources for Medical Terminology Express have been enhanced and expanded. Instructors - request preview access and explore Medical Language Lab using this step-by-step walkthrough.
Call Number: R123.G934 2015
ISBN: 9780803640320
Publication Date: 2015
Medical Transcription by Sally Crenshaw Pitman; John H. Dirckx; Ellen B. Drake; Linda C. Campbell; Health Professions Institute Staff Teaching users how to transcribe actual medical dictation so that they can develop the selective hearing skills and experience necessary to gain competency as a medical transcriptionist, this guide offers a unique combination of authentic physician dictation by body systems, coordinated readings and exercises by medical specialty, and supplementary information vital to every medical transcriptionist. Supports text with six hours of authentic physical dictation–not synthetic studio recording; all dictations are carefully selected for subject matter, professionally edited to delete confidential identifying information, and then sequenced in a way to promote comprehension and encourage learning. Groups tapes by medical specialty (i.e., dermatology, urology, gastroenterology, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, endocrinology, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, otorhinolaryngology, and radiology), with each dictation report offering the best example of its type for vocabulary density, technical content, and other instructional criteria; each report includes chart notes, letters, initial office valuations, consultations, history and physical examinations, discharge summaries, operative reports, emergency department reports, procedure notes, and diagnostic studies from each medical specialty. For anyone in the medical profession who wants to learn basic medical transcription, including medical assistants and legal transcription/court reporters.
Call Number: R728.8 .M44 2007
ISBN: 9780131881433
Publication Date: 2007
Pharmacology by Springhouse Publishing Company Staff; Joanna Holly Part of the new Medical Assisting Made Incredibly Easy series, this text presents the core basic concepts of pharmacology in a light-hearted, humorous, readable, extremely practical style that makes teaching and learning fun. A host character guides students through pharmacology concepts needed to pass certification exams required by CAAHEP and ABHES. Boxes with eye-catching icons provide practical advice about workplace scenarios and other topics. More than 175 full-color illustrations enhance visual learning. A Study Guide is available as an additional purchase. A free Instructor's Resource CD-ROM including PowerPoint slides, test bank and lecture notes is available from Lippincott Williams & Wilkins to instructors who adopt the text.
Call Number: RM122 .H58 2009
ISBN: 9780781775090
Publication Date: 2008
Pharmacology Clear and Simple by Cynthia Watkins 2 books in one! - Pharmacology - Dosage calculations Save time and money with two books in one! Half pharmacology, half dosage calculations--plus an intensive yet accessible review of basic math! Here's the must-have information you need to gain a solid understanding of pharmacology and administer medications safely. A body systems approach to pharmacology with a basic math review and a focus on drug classifications prepare you for the clinical situations in which specific drugs are used. Thoroughly updated and revised, the 2nd Edition of this worktext offers a consistent chapter structure that progresses from key terms and behavioral objectives through the chapter content to application and review exercises. Plus, drug calculation activities on the BONUS CD-ROM help you overcome your fears and develop your skills. Confidently handle your toughest challenges in any clinical setting with Pharmacology Clear & Simple, 2nd Edition!
Call Number: RM300.B33 2013
ISBN: 9780803625884
Publication Date: 2013
Phlebotomy Exam Review by Ruth E. McCall; Cathee M. Tankersley This exam review prepares students for all 10 national certification exams in phlebotomy, including ACA, ASCP, NCA, ASPT, IAPA, NAHP, NCCT, NPA, NHA, and AMT and follows the accreditation guidelines for both the NAACLS and the CLSI (formerly NCCLS). The book is written in a comprehensive outline format, includes over 800 multiple-choice questions with answers and rationales, and also includes sample exams to encourage a comfort level in the test-taking environment. This text is often required of phlebotomy students even when a separate exam review course is not taught.
Call Number: RB45.15 M332 2008
ISBN: 0781778557
Publication Date: 2007
Practice Kit for Medical Front Office Skills by Carol J. Buck; Cynthia Stahl; Jacqueline Grass This exciting new product simulates the experience of working in the front office of a medical practice. The kit includes 37 tasks divided over a 10-day period. Each task simulates an administrative duty and can be performed either on paper or electronically. For assignments on paper, students are given actual examples of forms to be completed, such as daily schedules, history and physical reports, and attending physicians' statements. Actual examples of file folders, labels, and envelopes are included to help make the experience as close to reality as possible. For completing the same assignments electronically, a CD-ROM is included and contains the latest version of AltaPoint's medical software. Completing each assignment electronically provides a realistic experience of working with actual medical office software program. A second CD-ROM contains audio features for practice with telephone messages and transcribing dictations. Contains 37 daily tasks that guide students through a two-week front office skills course of print and electronic administrative exercises. Each task simulates an actual administrative duty of the medical assistant, such as managing patient scheduling in a multi-doctor practice or insurance and billing. Actual examples of forms and supplies are included in the kit to help students complete their assigned daily tasks and support the experience of a real office setting. The kit includes 2 CD-ROMs: AltaPoint medical software provides experience with an actual medical office software program. An audio CD-ROM provides practice taking phone messages or transcribing doctors dictations.
Call Number: R728.8 B83 2007
ISBN: 9781416026037
Publication Date: 2007
SimChart for the Medical Office: Learning the Medical Office Workflow by Elsevier
Call Number: R728.8 .S56 2016
ISBN: 9780323394239
Publication Date: 2016
Study Guide for Medical Assisting Made Incredibly Easy Pharmacology by Springhouse Publishing Company Staff; Joanna Holly; Robyn Gohsman Designed to accompany Medical Assisting Made Incredibly Easy: Pharmacology, this Study Guide includes exercises, activities, and competency evaluation forms to reinforce the material in the text and aid in certification review practice.
Call Number: RM122 .G64 2009
ISBN: 0781775108
Publication Date: 2008
Study Guide for Today's Medical Assistant by Kathy Bonewit-West; Sue Hunt; Edith Applegate Corresponding to the chapters in the main Bonewit text, Study Guide for Today's Medical Assistant, Clinical & Administrative Procedures, 3rd Edition features a variety of practical exercises, activities, checklists, review questions, and more to elp users master important medical assisting knowledge and skills. This comprehensive study guide has been thoroughly updated to reflect the 2015 CAAHEP competencies and key areas of practice, such as: electronic medical records, HIPAA regulations, advanced directives, emergency preparedness, ICD-10 coding, billing documentation, medical office technology, medical asepsis, vital signs, pediatric immunizations and injections, colonoscopy procedures, IV therapy, and CLIA waived tests. Consistent, meticulous study guide coverage aligns seamlessly with the main Bonewit text and all other Bonewit solution learning products. Evaluation of Competency checklists assess readers' performance versus stated objectives and performance standards. Critical thinking activities encourage readers to think outside the box and imagine what they would do in real-life situations. Laboratory assignments at the beginning of each chapter give readers a guide on each chapter's procedures, including guidelines on how many practices are required, which study guide pages correlate to the procedure, and which procedures are also in the procedural videos. Key term assessment tests readers' knowledge of the terms presented in the main text. Evaluation of Learning questions assess readers' progress and are an excellent tool to prepare for the certification exam. Practice for Competency checklists help readers practice each of their clinical skills. Pharmacology math exercises give readers a chance to practice their basic math skills in a way that relates to their future job. Chapter assignment tables at the beginning of each chapter guide readers through the textbook and study guide chapters, and provides a great tracking device for recording progress of textbook reading assignments and study guide activity assignments. NEW! Updated material aligned to most current CAAHEP and ABHES competencies ensures success and employability for today's medical assistants. NEW! Material from the chapter on nutrition is also incorporated into the accompanying study guide material. NEW! Updated content on emergency preparedness and medical records ensure readers are up-to-date on these key topics. NEW! Application to SimChart for the Medical Office where appropriate allows readers to prepare for the real world by working on Elsevier's own educational EHR. NEW! Expanded A&P key terminology sections give readers ample A&P key term practice.
Call Number: R728.8 .B66 2016
ISBN: 9780323311281
Publication Date: 2015
Today's Medical Assistant by Kathy Bonewit-West; Sue Hunt; Edith Applegate Launch your career in medical assisting with Today''s Medical Assistant, Clinical & Administrative Procedures, 3rd Edition! Bringing together the clinical know-how of Kathy Bonewit-West, the administrative expertise of Sue Hunt, and the anatomy and physiology knowledge of Edith Applegate, this hands-on guide uses easy-to-follow language and detailed visuals to walk readers through all of the medical knowledge, procedures, and skills needed for success in today''s fast-paced medical office. Not only does this new edition incorporate the latest standards and competencies throughout all of its content and resources, but it also includes an incredibly wide assortment of engaging learning tools and activities that help readers fully understand and demonstrate those competencies. If you want to be fully prepared for tomorrow''s medical assisting profession, then look no further than Today''s Medical Assistant! Consistent and meticulous coverage throughout the main text, Evolve resources, study guide, and SimChart for the Medical Office provide reliable content and unparalleled accuracy on the responsibilities of the modern medical assistant. The most up-to-date content outfits readers with the latest information and insights on key topics such as: electronic medical records (EMR), HIPAA, and advanced directives documentation, evaluation & management, office and hospital services (billing & coding) emergency preparedness ICD-10 coding medical office technology medical asepsis, OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard; AIDS & Hepatitis, latex glove allergies vital signs pediatrics, immunization information, IM injection (theory), child abuse colonoscopies IV therapy CLIA waived tests Unique learning aids throughout the book include: procedure charting examples outlines, detailed learning objectives, and key terms for each chapter Highlight boxes What Would You Do? What Would You Not Do? boxes Patient Teaching boxes On the Web boxes Putting It All into Practice boxes Memories from Practicum boxes glossary of key terms Arsenal of engaging activities on the Evolve companion site gives users a fun way to practice their medical assisting knowledge. Over 120 procedures give readers clear, illustrated guidance on each step of every procedure. The procedural videos on the Evolve companion site enable users to view the procedures in action. 8th grade reading level makes material approachable and easy to understand for all types of readers. Full-color design makes the book visually stimulating. NEW! Chapter on nutrition underscores the CAAHEP curriculum''s emphasis on nutrition by covering all of the latest nutritional information that pertains to today''s medical assistants. NEW! Updated chapters on emergency preparedness and medical records ensure readers are up to date on the latest advances and rulings in these topical areas. NEW! Updated content aligned to the most recent CAAHEP and ABHES competencies ensures readers have the latest information needed to obtain employment and long-term success on the job. NEW! Expanded resources on Evolve now include videos, video evaluations, and practice examinations for the CMA, RMA, CCMA, and CMAA. NEW! Tie-in with SimChart for the Medical Office links important text content to opportunities for hands on practice working on Elsevier''s educational EHR. NEW! Updated photographs and illustrations give readers a closer look at today''s most pertinent information and skills for the medical assistant. NEW! Expanded A&P key terminology sections give readers ample terminology reinforcement, including proper pronunciations.
Call Number: R728.8 .B664 2016
ISBN: 9780323311274
Publication Date: 2015
Top Drugs by Jie Jack Li Drugs like Lipitor, Plavix, Taxol, and Zoloft are integral in today's medicinal world. These widely used products save lives and improve the quality of lives, playing a crucial role in everything from cholesterol management to cancer treatment. These advances in medicine were brought intoexistence after nuanced process of creation, featuring a wide range of chemical and pharmacological experimentation and discovery.Top Drugs: Their History, Pharmacology, and Synthesis provides an in-depth study on ten prominent drugs, outlining the chemistry behind each one's creation. Jie Jack Li, a medicinal chemist and an expert on drug discovery, offers a thorough analysis of the landscape of current drug development. Thecomprehensive text is divided by health issues, including cardiovascular, cancer, metabolic diseases, and infectious diseases. Each section features individual chapters on significant drugs, outlining the chemistry and history of the drug's discovery. Li begins each chapter with the product'shistory, providing necessary context. Li then proceeds to describe the mechanism of action, structure-activity relationship (SAR), bioavailability, metabolism, toxicology, the discovery route, and the process route. Top Drugs: Their History, Pharmacology, and Synthesis will acclimate students,scientists, and interested laypersons to the world of chemistry and drug discovery.
Call Number: RS420 .L535 2015
ISBN: 9780199362585
Publication Date: 2015

Reference Books

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Dictionary of Medical Acronyms and Abbreviations by Stanley Jablonski This best-selling portable resource provides authoritative definitions for all of the medical acronyms and abbreviations you can expect to encounter in medicine today. The new, 5th Edition features 10,000 completely new entries reflecting the most recent developments in health care-including new clinical trials, new technologies, and new advances. Highlights include the latest virus nomenclature, computer technology, medical informatics, and molecular biology, along with more from the ever-expanding list of organizations and associations. It also includes a CD-ROM that makes the content accessible via computer. What's more, a handheld software version is available on CD-ROM-sold separately, or in a money-saving package together with the book. Features a concise, pocket-sized format that is easy to carry, easy to consult, and easy to afford. Delivers all of the authority readers expect from the publisher of Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary. Offers 10,000 brand-new entries encompassing all of the latest acronyms and abbreviations from every front in health care. Includes a CD-ROM that makes the content accessible via computer. Is available separately on CD-ROM as software for most handheld devices, and in a money-saving package together with the book.
Call Number: R123 .J24 2005
ISBN: 1560536322
Publication Date: 2004
Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary by Newman W. Dorland Medicine is ever changing, and its terminology evolves constantly. If you're involved in health care in any way, you need to know the latest medical terms and what they mean. That's why you need Dorland's! The world's most trusted source on the language of medicine for over 100 years, it delivers more entries and better definitions than any other medical dictionary - so you can master more of the current terminology that you need to know. A wealth of illustrations and a remarkably user-friendly format make reference a snap. Find any medical term you need to know! Over 120,000 entries - more than any other medical dictionary provides - include the latest drugs as well as extensive coverage of complimentary and alternative medicine. Know exactly what each term means with definitions that are the richest, most accurate available. Understand concepts visually by viewing more than 1500 extremely helpful illustrations, many in full color. Find answers faster thanks to the most user-friendly format of any medical dictionary.
Call Number: R121 .D73 2007
ISBN: 9781416023647
Publication Date: 2007
Law and Ethics for Medical Careers by Karen Judson; Carlene Harrison; Sharon Hicks "Law and Ethics for Medical Careers, 4th edition," provides an overview of the laws and ethics you should know to help you give competent, compassionate care to patients that is within acceptable legal and ethical boundaries. The text can also serve as a guide to help you resolve the many legal and ethical questions you may reasonably expect to face as a student and, later, as a health care practitioner. The text features pertinent legal cases, anecdotes, and sidebars related to health-related careers. Content has been updated and special attention has been paid to legislation affecting health care..
Call Number: R725.5 J83 2006
Publication Date: 2006
Sloane's Medical Word Book: A Spelling and Vocabulary Guide to Medical Transcription by Sheila Sloane-Dusseau; Ellen Drake This reference tool includes common and uncommon medical terms in a variety of specialties. Comprehensive coverage of anatomy and general terminology as well as separate terminology sections for over 15 specialties make this an essential resource.
Call Number: R123 .S57 2002
Publication Date: 2001
Stedman's Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing by Stedman's Medical Dictionary Staff The Fifth Edition of this popular medical dictionary is thoroughly updated with more than 51,000 entries, featuring more of the medical terminology used in over 30 of today's fastest growing health profession areas. You'll also find more comprehensive inclusion of entries suited for the Nursing field, with correct terminology for all Nursing students and practitioners. Features include: More than 4,000 new terms totaling 51,000 terms More than 900 enriched color images and photographs add clarity and emphasis to terms Detailed images by Anatomical Chart Company, included in a special glossy insert, enhance the comprehension of anatomical terms 65 valuable appendices covering 11 sections New precision-cut thumb tabs enable quick A-to-Z reference Written pronunciations for every term help you master usage quickly Eye-catching icons help identify terms that have associated images, have an audio pronunciation, or are combining forms More British alternative spellings More than 40 leading consultants from the fastest growing nursing and health professions contributed to the enhancements of this latest edition Free 14 day Primal Anatomy DVD packaged in the back of the dictionary with Interactive Functional Anatomy In addition, the Bonus CD-ROM packaged with the book includes all the features of the print edition and: An audio pronunciation for nearly every term Anatomical animations provided by Primal Pictures to help you comprehend key concepts further And the functionality you need: Browse by Index/Wordwheel Search Wildcard Search Search in Definition User Dictionary Also available for PDA. See PDA listing for details.
Call Number: R121 .S8 2005
Publication Date: 2004