Foundational Knowledge and Anatomy (15 + 8 items)
- Medical terminology: prefixes, suffixes, roots; TJC "Do Not Use" list
- Basic pharmacology: drug classes, routes, rights of administration
- Nutrition and psychology basics; body systems and common diseases
Clinical Patient Care (84 items)
- Vitals: adult pulse 60–100, cuff size errors, °F ↔ °C conversion
- Injections: IM 90°, subcutaneous 45°, intradermal 10–15°
- Infection control: chain of infection, PPE, autoclave, sharps
- Lab and phlebotomy: CLIA-waived tests, order of draw, tourniquet ≤1 minute
- EKG: limb and chest lead placement, artifacts
Coordination, Administrative, Communication (12 items each)
- Preventive screenings and referrals; patient-centered medical home
- Scheduling, insurance terms, ICD-10-CM vs CPT, ABN
- Therapeutic communication: open-ended questions, active listening
Medical Law and Ethics (7 items)
- HIPAA, consent (informed, implied), advance directives
- Scope of practice and mandatory reporting
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