This text sets the standards for Medical Assistants Current and compr ehensive this competency-based textbook provides a wealth of guidance for administrative and clinical skills emphasizing communication and patient education throughout. All entry-level DACUM competencies are covered with specific competencies explained separately and listed wi th DACUM reference numbers. An abundance of step-by-step four-color i llustrated procedures are presented in a two-column format with action and rationale. Each procedure provides an Overview Equipment Implem entation and Documentation. The text s unique organization combines a detailed review of anatomy and physiology for each system and lists t he clinical medical assistant s role in treating disorders of that sys tem.