MEA0530 Pharmacology for Medical Assisting - 90 Clock Hours/3 Vocational Credits
(Spring)
This course introduces students to fundamental pharmacological principles relevant to the medical assisting profession. Students will identify commonly prescribed medications, their therapeutic uses, side effects, and classifications. Emphasis is placed on understanding and adhering to legal and ethical standards related to medication administration and dispensing within a clinical setting under physician supervision demonstrating The Seven Rights of Drug Administration to ensure safe and accurate medication practices.
Prerequisite(s): HCP0001 Basic Healthcare Worker - 90 Clock Hours/3 Vocational Credits
MEA0002 Introduction to Medical Assisting - 250 Clock Hours/8.35 Vocational Credits
MEA0501 Medical Assisting Office Procedures - 75 Clock Hours/3.5 Vocational Credits
MEA0521 Phlebotomy for Medical Assisting - 75 Clock Hours/2.5 Vocational Credits
Corequisite(s): MEA0543 Electrocardiography Aide, Medical Assisting - 75 Clock Hours/2.5 Vocational Credits
MEA0573 Laboratory Procedures for Medical Assisting - 125 Clock Hours/4.15 Vocational Credits
MEA0581 Clinical Medical Assisting - 230 Clock Hours/7.65 Vocational Credits
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