Unlock a Successful Career as a Medical Assistant with Kinn’s 15th Edition

By Brigitte Niedzwiecki RN MSN RMA, Julie Pepper BS CMA (AAMA), P. Ann Weaver MSEd MT(ASCP)

For over 65 years, Kinn’s The Clinical Medical Assistant: An Applied Learning Approach has been the go-to resource for medical assistants, aligning with national curriculum standards to provide the most comprehensive education. The 15th edition is no exception, offering a premium learning experience that focuses on applying real-world clinical skills essential for a thriving career in the modern medical office.

New and Expanded Content to Stay Ahead in the Medical Assisting Profession

• Advanced Clinical Skills Unit: Explore three new chapters on IV therapy, radiology basics, and radiology positioning to support expanded medical assisting functions.
• Telemedicine and COVID-19 Infection Control: Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in telemedicine and enhanced infection control measures related to COVID-19.
• Catheterization and More: Discover new content on catheterization, physical medicine, and rehabilitation, as well as expanded information on specimen collection, including wound swab, nasal, and nasopharyngeal specimen collections.
• Procedures and Artwork: Benefit from updated equipment photos and artwork focused on assisting with imaging, IVs, and catheters, along with new procedures addressing IV therapy, limited-scope radiography, applying a sling, and coaching for stool collection.

A Comprehensive Learning Experience

This edition features an approachable writing style, making it accessible to learners of all levels. Additionally, you’ll have access to a full continuum of adaptive solutions, real-world simulations, EHR documentation experience, and HESI remediation and assessment to help you master the leading skills and prepare for certification.

Step-by-step, illustrated procedures include rationales and a focus on professionalism, ensuring you’re well-equipped to succeed in the dynamic and growing medical assisting profession.

Electronic health record (EHR) coverage provides hands-on activities using SimChart for the Medical Office (sold separately), while patient education and legal and ethical features at the end of each chapter reinforce the legal and communications implications within medical assisting practice.

Key vocabulary terms and definitions are presented at the beginning of each chapter, highlighted in text discussions, and summarized in a glossary for easy reference.

The robust Evolve companion website offers a wealth of resources, including procedure videos, practice quizzes, mock certification exams, and interactive learning exercises to support your education.

Product Details:

Publisher: Saunders

Edition: 15th

Publication Date: January 12, 2023

Language: English

Paperback: 1120 pages

ISBN-10: 0323873766

ISBN-13: 978-0323873765