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K–12 Standards

MEDICAL ASSISTING SERVICES 51.0800.60

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 PREPARE TREATMENT ROOM FOR EXAMINATION OF PATIENT MED.1.0

  • 1.4

     Ensure functionality of all exam room equipment MED.1.4

  • 1.3

     Supply fresh linens and paper supplies MED.1.3

  • 1.2

     Stock instruments and replenish supplies MED.1.2

  • 1.1

    Clean and arrange patient care areas and check for safety hazards before rooming each patient and at end of dayMED.1.1

  • 1.5

     Position instruments and equipment MED.1.5

  • 1.6

     Check dated supplies for expiration; properly dispose of expired supplies MED.1.6

 MANAGE FINANCIAL AND INSURANCE TRANSACTIONS MED.2.0

  • 2.1

    Complete insurance claim forms correctly (appropriate terminology, insurance plans, current ICD/CPT codes and HIPAA regulations)MED.2.1

  • 2.2

     Read, process, apply, and file the explanation of benefits (EOB) MED.2.2

  • 2.3

     Enter procedure codes and charges accurately MED.2.3

 DEMONSTRATE BASIC MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS MED.3.0

  • 3.1

     Identify and define commonly used root word, prefixes, and suffixes MED.3.1

  • 3.2

     Identify and use commonly used medical abbreviations MED.3.2

  • 3.3

     Demonstrate appropriate verbal and nonverbal communication skills MED.3.3

  • 3.4

     Demonstrate coping skills (e.g., trauma, dying, death) MED.3.4

  • 3.5

     Demonstrate telephone communication skills (e.g., answering, screening, documenting) MED.3.5

 ASSIST WITH CHARTING PROCEDURES MED.4.0

  • 4.1

     Complete patient registration forms MED.4.1

  • 4.2

     Register patient on arrival and verify patient and chart using two patient identifiers MED.4.2

  • 4.3

     Practice confidentiality of patient data following HIPAA regulations MED.4.3

  • 4.4

     Identify and use the correct chart forms (paper and electronic) MED.4.4

  • 4.5

     Note date, time, and reason for visit MED.4.5

  • 4.6

    Demonstrate knowledge of data collection formats for record keeping (e.g., SOAP, CHEDDAR, HPIP, POMR)MED.4.6

 PERFORM SCHEDULING AND OTHER OFFICE FUNCTIONS MED.5.0

  • 5.1

     Obtain and verify patient information for scheduling registration and check-in MED.5.1

  • 5.2

    Schedule patient appointments (paper and electronic); provide patients with complete appointment informationMED.5.2

  • 5.3

     Sort and prioritize mail, email, and FAXES MED.5.3

  • 5.4

     Prioritize and process telephone calls MED.5.4

  • 5.5

     Obtain prior authorization from insurance companies MED.5.5

  • 5.6

     Process referrals MED.5.6

  • 5.7

     Process patient for checkout and provide any additional instructions MED.5.7

  • 5.8

    Perform basic computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet, electronic health records, practice management software)MED.5.8

 PREPARE PATIENT FOR PHYSICAL EXAMINATION MED.6.0

  • 6.1

     Verify patient identification using two forms of identification MED.6.1

  • 6.2

    Check vital signs (including manual blood pressure); obtain chief complaint, allergies, medication history, and pain level; and record findingsMED.6.2

  • 6.3

     Weigh and measure (standard and metric) height of patient MED.6.3

  • 6.4

     Measure chest and head circumference of pediatric patient MED.6.4

  • 6.5

     Recognize changes in patient condition and report changes to licensed health care provider MED.6.5

  • 6.6

     Prepare patient for exam or procedure (gown/drape) MED.6.6

  • 6.7

    Place patient in appropriate position for procedure (sitting, standing, supine, Sims, Fowler’s, semi-Fowler, prone, Trendelenberg, lithotomy)MED.6.7

  • 6.8

     Provide for patient comfort, safety, and privacy/modesty MED.6.8

  • 6.9

    Instruct patients in preparation for examinations and procedures (e.g., routine physical exams and specialty exams)MED.6.9

 ASSIST IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF SELECTED TREATMENTS AND MEDICATIONS MED.7.0

  • 7.1

     Change dressings or bandages MED.7.1

  • 7.2

     Perform wound care (e.g., sterile technique, cultures) MED.7.2

  • 7.3

     Recognize changes in wound and report to licensed health care provider MED.7.3

  • 7.4

     Remove sutures and skin staples MED.7.4

  • 7.5

     Assist with physical modalities (e.g., application of heat/cold, splints/slings, ACE bandages) MED.7.5

  • 7.6

    Analyze medication to be administered for correct use, dosage range, side effects, contraindications, and patient educationMED.7.6

  • 7.7

     Identify apothecary measurements MED.7.7

  • 7.8

     Perform dosage calculations MED.7.8

  • 7.9

     Calculate amount and prepare medication to be administered to patient MED.7.9

  • 7.10

     Administer provider-prescribed medication via specified routes applying the “eight rights” MED.7.10

  • 7.11

     Re-evaluate patient for adverse reactions and report changes to licensed health care provider MED.7.11

  • 7.12

     Perform prescription refills as directed by licensed health care provider MED.7.12

  • 7.13

     Explain vaccinations (e.g., types/use, administration, record keeping) MED.7.13

 ASSIST PROVIDER WITH PATIENT EXAMINATION MED.8.0

  • 8.1

     Provide instruments and materials as directed MED.8.1

  • 8.2

     Assist physician in minor surgery MED.8.2

  • 8.3

     Collect and process specimens MED.8.3

  • 8.4

     Recognize a medical emergency and assist in providing aid MED.8.4

  • 8.5

     Explain and demonstrate cardiopulmonary resuscitation MED.8.5

  • 8.6

     Perform CLIA-waived point-of-care testing MED.8.6

  • 8.7

     Employ principles of asepsis (e.g., sanitization, disinfection, sterilization) MED.8.7

  • 8.8

     Assist with patient education/instruction MED.8.8

 MANAGE MEDICAL RECORDS MED.9.0

  • 9.1

     Identify components of the medical record MED.9.1

  • 9.2

     Ensure completeness of the medical record MED.9.2

  • 9.3

     Maintain integrity and security of the medical record MED.9.3

  • 9.4

     Explain medical filing systems (e.g., numeric, alphabetical) MED.9.4

  • 9.5

     Explain record retention practices MED.9.5

  • 9.6

     Explain release of medical record and HIPAA requirements MED.9.6

 APPLY STANDARD PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY MEASURES MED.10.0

  • 10.1

     Demonstrate knowledge of communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens MED.10.1

  • 10.2

    Use Universal Precautions according to OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and use Transmission-based Precautions according to CDC (Center for Disease Control)MED.10.2

  • 10.3

     Use proper hand hygiene according CDC (Center for Disease Control) MED.10.3

  • 10.4

    Don, remove, and discard PPE (personal protective equipment such as gloves, gowns, masks, lab coats, goggles, and face shields) according to standard procedureMED.10.4

  • 10.5

     Demonstrate knowledge of isolation and the use of isolation procedures MED.10.5

  • 10.6

    Comply with hazardous labeling requirements according to OSHA (e.g., safety signs, symbols, and special instructions)MED.10.6

  • 10.7

     Describe procedures for cleaning laboratory spills MED.10.7

  • 10.8

     Handle and dispose of contaminated and hazardous items according to OSHA guidelines MED.10.8

  • 10.9

     Use fire and chemical safety protocols (e.g., SDSs and the use of fire extinguishers) MED.10.9

  • 10.10

     Describe evacuation plans used by various facilities and statewide alert codes MED.10.10

  • 10.11

     Maintain a clean work area (e.g., cleaning agents, Clorox, and other disinfectants ) MED.10.11

  • 10.12

    Maintain a safe work environment (e.g., proper storage of equipment, materials, and chemicals; proper containment of food and personal items; hair tied back and minimal jewelry)MED.10.12

  • 10.13

     Use equipment, materials, and chemicals according to manufacturer guidelines MED.10.13

  • 10.14

     Report unsafe conditions for self and others (e.g., frayed cords, spillages, puddles on floor, bed rails down) MED.10.14

  • 10.15

     Demonstrate proper body mechanics and lifting techniques MED.10.15

  • 10.16

     Demonstrate imaging safety MED.10.16

  • 10.17

     Practice NPSG (National Patient Safety Goals) MED.10.17

  • 10.18

     Demonstrate understanding of and maintain SDSs (Safety Data Sheets) MED.10.18

 APPLY LEGAL AND ETHICAL PRACTICES MED.11.0

  • 11.1

     Follow local, state, and federal laws and regulations for Medical Assistants MED.11.1

  • 11.2

     Explain HIPAA regulations and requirements MED.11.2

  • 11.3

     Adhere to organizational policy and procedures for Medical Assistants MED.11.3

  • 11.4

     Maintain positive professional relationships in the workplace MED.11.4

  • 11.5

     Understand and respect cultural differences MED.11.5

  • 11.6

     Perform professional responsibilities with honesty, reliability, and integrity MED.11.6

  • 11.7

     Perform only those tasks for which training has been received MED.11.7

 PERFORM OTHER CLINICAL SKILLS MED.12.0

  • 12.1

     Perform venipuncture MED.12.1

  • 12.2

     Perform electrocardiograms MED.12.2

  • 12.3

     Perform visual acuity and color vision testing MED.12.3

  • 12.4

     Perform audiometry MED.12.4

  • 12.5

     Perform basic spirometry and peak flow testing MED.12.5

  • 12.6

     Administer SVN (small volume nebulizer) treatment MED.12.6

  • 12.7

     Perform pulse oximetry MED.12.7

  • 12.8

     Perform ear lavage MED.12.8

 IDENTIFY STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF BODY SYSTEMS MED.13.0

  • 13.1

     Identify structure and function of the Integumentary System MED.13.1

  • 13.2

     Identify structure and function of the Musculoskeletal System MED.13.2

  • 13.3

     Identify structure and function of the Circulatory System MED.13.3

  • 13.4

     Identify structure and function of the Respiratory System MED.13.4

  • 13.5

     Identify structure and function of the Gastrointestinal System MED.13.5

  • 13.6

     Identify structure and function of the Urinary System MED.13.6

  • 13.7

     Identify structure and function of the Nervous System MED.13.7

  • 13.8

     Identify structure and function of the Endocrine System MED.13.8

  • 13.9

     Identify structure and function of the Reproductive System MED.13.9

  • 13.10

     Identify structure and function of the Sensory System MED.13.10

  • 13.11

     Identify structure and function of the Lymphatic System MED.13.11

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 12, Grade 11, and VOCATIONALTRAINING
Where can I read the official document?
ARIZONA CTE PROGRAM STANDARDS & MEASUREMENT CRITERIA

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