Course Description
Prepares medical assistant students to perform patient care skills in the medical office setting. Students perform clinical procedures including administering medications, performing an electrocardiogram, assisting with respiratory testing, coaching patients, and assisting with emergency situations in an ambulatory care setting. Students learn preventive care and principles of nutrition.
Credits
3
Instructional Method
Lecture (A)
Contact Hours
72
Instructional Method
Laboratory (B)
Contact Hours
36