Asked by victoria kolida on Jul 22, 2024

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​The medical assistant has many responsibilities in preparing for examinations,including setting up the room and supplies as well as preparing the patient for the exam.During the CPE,you will:

A) ​position the patient
B) ​hand examination instruments and supplies to the provider
C) ​provide comfort to the patient as needed
D) ​all of the above

Medical Assistant

A healthcare professional who assists physicians in clinics and medical offices, often handling administrative and clinical tasks.

CPE

Continuing Professional Education, activities that professionals engage in to develop skills and increase knowledge.

Examination Instruments

Tools or devices used by healthcare professionals to conduct physical or diagnostic examinations.

  • Understand the preparatory roles and responsibilities of medical assistants during physical examinations.
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Isaac MillerJul 25, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
During a Clinical Physical Examination (CPE), the medical assistant's responsibilities include positioning the patient, handing examination instruments and supplies to the provider, and providing comfort to the patient as needed, which are all encompassed in option D, "all of the above."