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Dec 21, 2024
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HELR 170 - Clinical Medical Assisting and Minor Procedures
5 Hour(s)
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C required in the following courses: ENGL 101 English I or higher, MATH 107 - Intermediate Algebra T> or higher, EMIC 104 - Medical Terminology T> , BIOL 210 - Anatomy and Physiology T> or higher, HELR 150 - Medical Professional Issues , HELR 155 - Emergency Preparedness , HELR 160 - Laboratory Diagnostics and Phlebotomy , HELR 102 - Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) , and HELR 103 - Certified Medication Aide (CMA) .
This course provides fundamental clinical skills needed for ambulatory medical facilities. Aseptic practice for the medical facility is defined, basic patient interaction such as interviewing, obtaining, and recording vital signs, assisting with basic physical exams, and patient testing including ECG/EKG testing and pulmonary function testing. The course will enhance learning for medication calculation, preparation and administration of various medications including topical, oral, and buccal medications. Students will learn to prepare and administer injectable medications via multiple routes including oral, parenteral (excluding intravenous), transdermal, and inhalation. The course places emphasis on safe and accurate administration for vaccinations and injections. This course also covers patient education for health and wellness. Concurrent enrollment in HELR 171 Clinical Medical Practicum .
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