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Sticker Shock in Aisle 4: What New Tariffs Mean for Your Everyday Medical Essentials

Minority Nurse

Keeping Our Finger on the Pulse and Staying Informed Together Think of it this way: we wouldn’t enter a patient’s room without knowing their vital signs. Knowledge is power, and understanding the specifics – which products might cost more and by how much – is our first vital sign.

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Diverse Roles of a Medical Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

One of their main duties is managing patient records. This involves updating medical histories, recording vital signs, and noting any changes in patients’ conditions. Medical assistants must coordinate between doctors’ busy schedules and patients’ needs.