Title: Position instruments and equipment.
Course: Medical Assistant I (14151-I) > Section: Preparing Treatment Room for Examination of Patient

Positioning instruments and equipment should include

- ensuring setup of examination table
- ensuring layout of necessary instruments
- positioning of equipment (e.g., Mayo stand, examination light, stool, chairs, and computer screen).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the importance of proper instrument/equipment placement in maintaining efficiency and in maintaining patient confidentiality?
- How can proper placement of equipment promote good ergonomics?