Reading TB (Mantoux/PPD) Tests Correctly
Perhaps the most important part of ensuring that results of a Mantoux/PPD tuberculosis test are read correctly is the training of medical assistants and other staff. Some clinics have specifically appointed medical assistants to administer and read PPD tests. These assistants are assigned regular updates and training for current protocol. All healthcare professionals reading such test results should be properly trained, supervised, and updated regularly.

For more information on how to read a TB test correctly, please view the full article.

Electronic Medical Records Overview
This online article discusses the history of Electronic Medical Records; the transition from paper charts or records to electronic formats, and the relationship between the two; electronic communications between physicians, medical personnel, pharmacies, patients, and ancillary medical services such as hospitals; new terminology associated with EMR; regulations to protect sensitive and confidential patient information when using EMR; the advantages of EMR compared to traditional methods; and so much more.

To receive your CEUs from the American Association of Medical Assistants, please read the feature article in this newsletter entitled “ Electronic Medical Records Overview, ” complete the following exam , and submit your answers no later than October 15th, 2006.

CEUs will be submitted to the AAMA by November 15th, 2006.

Using Images and Links in Your Lessons
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so why not use photos and pictures during your lectures and lessons? There are many places to find images, but make sure you are aware of and respect ownership and copyright laws.

For more information on how you can use photos, pictures, and links, view the full teaching tip .

New Release!!!
Thomson Delmar Learning is pleased to announce the publication of Client-Centered Care for Clinical Medical Assisting. The unique work-text approach facilitates the mastery of entry-level clinical procedures while adapting these to the needs of a particular group.

For more information on this new release, read the full description of this product.

Thomson Delmar Learning was honored to be among those vendors presenting their latest learning solutions to our customers at this year's meeting in Milwaukee on September 10th.

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