Physician Assistant
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Provides health care services to patients under direction and
responsibility of physician: Examines patient, performs
comprehensive phyiscal examination, and compiles patient medical
data, including health history and results of physical
examination. Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x
ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets
test results for deviations from normal. Performs therapeutic
procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and
wuond care, and managing infection.
Develops and implements
patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists
in provision of continuity of care. Instructs and counsels
paitents regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic
regimens, normal growth and development, family planning,
emotional troubles of daily living, and health maintenance. May
have training in particular medical specialty and be designated
Anestehsiologist Assistant (medical ser.) or Surgeon Assistant
(medical ser.).
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