Question

Sylvia Jordan, a 76-year-old patient, arrives at the office with her daughter-in-law, Mary Ellen Jordan. Sylvia is seeing Dr. Miller for a follow-up appointment after being hospitalized for a stroke. Since the stroke, Sylvia has had difficulty walking and uses a wheelchair. Samra Belkovich, RMA, wheels Sylvia to the examination room to be seen by Dr. Miller.

1. Explained how the medical assistant can get help from the patient during the transfer. -3 points

Patient help:

2. Described appropriate body mechanics used by the medical assistant. -3 points

Body mechanics:

3. Described the patient education required for this patient. 3 points

Education:

4. Provided documentation required for this patient’s medical record. 3 points

Documentation

Answer 1

The medical assistant can get help from the patient during the transfer by effectively communicating and coordinating with the patient. They should use appropriate body mechanics and provide patient education to help Sylvia manage her post-stroke condition. The documentation required for Sylvia's medical record would include details about her current health status and the reason for her visit.

Step-by-step explanation:

1. The medical assistant can get help from the patient during the transfer by effectively communicating and coordinating with the patient. They can ask the patient to provide any necessary information or assistance, such as the best way to transfer from the wheelchair to the examination table, any specific movements the patient is comfortable with, or if they need any additional support or equipment.

2. The medical assistant should use appropriate body mechanics to ensure their own safety and to prevent injury to the patient during the transfer. This includes maintaining a wide base of support, bending at the knees and hips instead of the waist, using leg muscles instead of back muscles for lifting, keeping the back straight, and using assistive devices or equipment when necessary.

3. The patient education required for Sylvia would involve providing her with information on how to safely and effectively use her wheelchair, techniques to improve her walking and mobility, exercises to strengthen her muscles, and any lifestyle modifications or adaptations that can help her manage her post-stroke condition.

4. The documentation required for Sylvia's medical record would include details about her current health status, the reason for her visit, her medical history including the stroke, any medications or treatment plans prescribed, and any findings or observations from the appointment or examination.