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Medical Assistant Exams
I was wondering if anyone or someone they know has any suggestions for books that help with CMA exams.
I bought 2 anatomy books already and then I have one that I got that has 2 sample tests included but after I bought it, numerous people have given reviews that some answers in the book are incorrect. But then before I take the test, I figure that I can then use that book and test myself to know exactly what's right and what's wrong. So I'll use that later. The book only covers exams and explanations. But I need something else.
I just got into the program at school and I won't be done until next May so I figured I could go ahead and study now instead of later which is why I got some things now.
Suggestions?
Thanks.
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Alright....so I would suggest, to go and talk to your teachers. Tell them about the books, and let them know your concerns. They're there to help you learn, and that should help you put your mind at ease. You might also ask them to suggest the books that you should get for their classes. Congratulations on getting in. If you need any further help, let me know. :)
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I got this from a practice exam website: The CMA exam covers the following topics:
General: Medical Terminology, Anatomy and physiology, Psychology, Professionalism, Communication, Medicolegal guidelines and requirements
Administrative: Data entry, Equipment, Computer Concepts, Records Management, Screening and Processing Mail, Scheduling and monitoring appointments, Resource information and community services, Maintaining the office environment, Office policies and procedures, Practice finances
Clinical: Principles of infection control, Treatment Area, Patient preparation and assisting the physician, Patient history interview, Collecting and processing specimens; diagnostic testing, Preparing and administering medications, Emergencies, First Aid, Nutrition.
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I'm not really familiar with what medical assistants do; but by the looks of the information you need to know for the exams you'll need special course textbooks to learn most of that, or a teacher that makes there own power points.
I recommend only using one anatomy and physiology book and buying yourself a medical terminology book that tests you (usually small and cheap). Read a chapter a day of each, and continue to review the chapter until you feel confident that you've retained the important info (structure and function usually). Sometimes authors make powerpoints for there text books, It would be useful to find some print them out and write notes on them while reading the chapter (print 4-6 slides per page front and back)
Other than that just try and get your hands on those special text books that your teacher will be using and read what they will be going over in class (always show up prepared, having read the chapter before class day)
If you have any questions about anatomy and physiology that you can't seem to find the answer send me a message and I'll try and get back to use as soon as I can, gl
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You should try Barnes & Nobles. They have a great selection for healthcare. It's where I went for my books for pre-med school. I never go anywhere else for my books because they pretty much have everything and anything you're looking for.
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It appears to me that you are getting quite ahead of yourself. The courses don't even start until next year for you. While it's good to read up on the subject you shouldn't be too concerned with an exam that is quite a distance away.
What you can do if you want to read up on the exams and texts used in the program is to consult the head of the program that accepted you. They can tell you what their students are reading and using and what to do to know to be ahead of the game when CMA exams occur. As it's a year from now I would bet you would be well versed and prepared for them by the school then. Definitely consult the school about text books they currently use.
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You need to understand how this column works. We are NOT experts, we are caring people donating our free time to try to help people such as yourself who ask for advice. You didn't provide enough information to begin with and even then I took the time to search the internet FOR you trying to find some helpful information! I also saw that one of my fellow Advicenators took the time to try to help you as well and you respond to us with a snippy comment and a rating of 3! I did not randomly choose your question, it came to my inbox. I hope in the future you might show a little more respect for our efforts.
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