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Danni R.
Oct 30, 2010 - 5:01PM
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Re: MA scope of practice ( few scenarios)

Everybody who answered above is right on the mark.

Regarding question #1:

The medical assistant cannot (ever!!!) independently order an EKG or any other specialty exams. With experience they will certainly get a feel that the doctor might want an EKG, and therefore, the MA can make sure everything that's needed to get it set up is available.

As far as taking the patient's blood pressure, and pulse, I would add, just for general knowledge, that a temp might also be a good idea! After all, chest pain could also be related to a lung infection or bronchitis, this temperature will help the doctor to make an initial quick assessment.

Just some pointers for those who wanted to know.

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