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CCMA Study Guide

Short lessons written for the CCMA, each followed by practice questions on the same topic.

What is included

92 lessons in 11 sections: Foundational Knowledge and Basic Science, Anatomy and Physiology, General Patient Care, Infection Control, Testing and Laboratory Procedures, Phlebotomy, EKG and Cardiovascular Testing, Patient Care Coordination and Education, Administrative Assistance, Communication and Customer Service, Medical Law and Ethics
Audio in English and Spanish for every lesson, with the section being read highlighted
Spanish text for every lesson
Check yourself questions with explanations in every lesson
1,840 flashcards for quick review
3,678 CCMA practice questions with explanations

Foundational Knowledge and Basic Science

10 lessons · 64 min

Health Care Roles, Credentials and Certification6 min readOpen lesson Health Care Settings, Delivery Models and Payment Models6 min read Medical Word Parts, Abbreviations and the Do Not Use List6 min read Lay Terms, Directional Terms and Body Planes6 min read Drug Classes, Common Medications and Controlled Substances7 min read Drug Effects, Interactions and Pharmacokinetics7 min read Medication Forms, Routes, References and Conversions7 min read Nutrients, Food Labels, Therapeutic Diets and Supplements7 min read Developmental Stages, Defense Mechanisms and Life Stressors6 min read Mental Health Conditions, Disability and Grief6 min read

Anatomy and Physiology

9 lessons · 64 min

Cells, Tissues, Body Cavities and Homeostasis7 min readOpen lesson Skin, Bones, Joints and Muscles7 min read Nervous System, Special Senses and Neurologic Disorders8 min read Heart, Blood Vessels and Cardiovascular Disease6 min read Blood, Lymphatic System and Immunity6 min read Respiratory Structures, Breathing and Lung Disease7 min read Endocrine System, Diabetes and Reproduction8 min read Digestive and Urinary Systems7 min read Disease Processes, Diagnostics and Epidemiology8 min read

General Patient Care

10 lessons · 69 min

Patient Identification, Health History and Intake Screening7 min readOpen lesson Vital Signs: Blood Pressure, Pulse, Respirations and Temperature7 min read Vital Sign Factors, Pain Scales and Body Measurements8 min read Exam Room Setup, Positioning and Safe Transfers6 min read Assisting with Exams, Minor Procedures and Wound Care6 min read First Aid, Medical Emergencies, CPR and Anaphylaxis7 min read Medication Rights, Dosage Calculations and Nonparenteral Routes8 min read Preparing and Giving Injections7 min read Immunization Schedules, Vaccine Records and Medication Storage7 min read Prescriptions, Instructions, Clinical Documentation and Telehealth6 min read

Infection Control

8 lessons · 57 min

Microorganisms, Chain of Infection and Outbreak Measures7 min readOpen lesson Standard Precautions, Isolation and Respiratory Hygiene7 min read Hand Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment7 min read Medical Asepsis, Surgical Asepsis and the Sterile Field8 min read Sanitization, Disinfection and Sterilization7 min read Exam Room Cleaning, Laundry, Medical Waste and Sharps7 min read Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and Exposure Response8 min read Biohazard Labels, Safety Data Sheets and Chemical Safety6 min read

Testing and Laboratory Procedures

8 lessons · 58 min

Urine Collection, Urinalysis, Pregnancy and Drug Screens7 min readOpen lesson Blood Glucose, A1c, Cholesterol and Hematology Tests7 min read Rapid Strep, Mono and Influenza Tests7 min read Cultures, Sputum and Stool Specimens7 min read Vision, Hearing, Allergy and Pulmonary Function Tests8 min read Point-of-Care Test Procedures and Result Reporting7 min read Requisitions, CLIA Rules and Quality Control8 min read Specimen Transport and Microscope Use7 min read

Phlebotomy

8 lessons · 57 min

Patient Preparation, Special Needs and Sites to Avoid7 min readOpen lesson Venipuncture Equipment, Tube Additives and Order of Draw7 min read Vein Selection, Tourniquet Use and Venipuncture Technique7 min read Syringe Draws, Butterfly Sets and Failed Venipuncture8 min read Capillary Puncture and Infant Heel Sticks8 min read Blood Cultures, Timed Draws and Blood Alcohol6 min read Post-Draw Care, Complications, Specimen Quality and Labeling7 min read Serum, Plasma, Centrifuging and Specimen Handling7 min read

EKG and Cardiovascular Testing

7 lessons · 48 min

Electrodes, Leads and 12-Lead Placement7 min readOpen lesson Patient Preparation and EKG Artifact Troubleshooting7 min read Cardiac Conduction, Waveforms and EKG Paper7 min read Heart Rate Methods and Sinus Rhythms8 min read Atrial and Ventricular Dysrhythmias and Emergent Findings7 min read Holter Monitors, Event Monitors and Stress Tests7 min read Recording, Transmitting and Maintaining EKG Equipment5 min read

Patient Care Coordination and Education

8 lessons · 56 min

Pre-Visit Planning, Preventive Screening and Care Gaps6 min readOpen lesson Referrals, Results Tracking and Transitions of Care7 min read Team-Based Care, Medical Homes and Clinical Resources7 min read Community Resources, Access Barriers and Caregiver Support7 min read Learning Needs, Health Literacy and Teaching Methods8 min read Teach-Back, Documenting Teaching and Behavior Change7 min read Medication Adherence, Self-Management and Infection Prevention Teaching7 min read Nutrition, Physical Activity and Tobacco Cessation Teaching7 min read

Administrative Assistance

9 lessons · 61 min

Appointment Scheduling Methods and Visit Types6 min readOpen lesson Registration, Check-In and Insurance Verification6 min read Insurance Plans, Government Programs and Cost Sharing7 min read Prior Authorization, ABNs and Financial Policies7 min read Diagnosis and Procedure Coding7 min read Encounter Forms, Claims, Remittance and Payment Posting7 min read Patient Billing, Collections, Audits and Compliance8 min read Medical Records, EHR Entries and Practice Software6 min read Office Mail, Supplies, Equipment and Safety7 min read

Communication and Customer Service

7 lessons · 45 min

The Communication Cycle, Listening and Therapeutic Responses6 min readOpen lesson Questioning Techniques, Role Limits and Relaying Messages6 min read Cultural Considerations, Inclusive Language and Interpreters7 min read Adapting Communication Across Ages and Abilities8 min read Telephone, Written and Electronic Communication6 min read Professional Presence, Delays and Patient Satisfaction6 min read De-escalation, Conflict Management and Incident Reports6 min read

Medical Law and Ethics

8 lessons · 56 min

Delegated Duties, Supervision and the Patient Bill of Rights6 min readOpen lesson Informed Consent, Implied Consent and Consent for Minors6 min read Refusal of Care, Advance Directives and Health Care Proxies8 min read Civil and Criminal Liability, Negligence and Torts7 min read HIPAA Privacy, Security and Release of Information8 min read Subpoenas, Record Retention and Health Care Fraud7 min read Abuse Recognition and Mandatory Reporting7 min read Federal Health Laws, Ethical Principles and Unbiased Care7 min read

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Sample lessons: Health Care Roles, Credentials and Certification · Cells, Tissues, Body Cavities and Homeostasis · Patient Identification, Health History and Intake Screening · Microorganisms, Chain of Infection and Outbreak Measures · Urine Collection, Urinalysis, Pregnancy and Drug Screens · Patient Preparation, Special Needs and Sites to Avoid · Electrodes, Leads and 12-Lead Placement · Pre-Visit Planning, Preventive Screening and Care Gaps · Appointment Scheduling Methods and Visit Types · The Communication Cycle, Listening and Therapeutic Responses · Delegated Duties, Supervision and the Patient Bill of Rights

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