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Keywords
teach the fundamentals of medical assisting in a variety of ambulatory care settings
Project
H2P Health Professions Pathways
Authors
Milbrath, Nanci
Date Submitted
2012
Material Type
Online Course Module
Secondary Material Type
Institution
Pine Technical and Community College
Industry Partner
Healthcare
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 1
Additional Public Access
Abstract
B. Course Description:
This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of medical assisting in a variety of ambulatory care settings. Students will learn the fundamentals of the Medical Assistant role which include: obtain and record a patient history, obtain vital signs, appropriate and accurate documentation, prepare for and assist with patient examinations, assist with procedures and minor office surgeries and perform sterilization techniques. During this course, the student will follow medical and surgical asepsis and microbial control. Basic information about common disease conditions affecting body systems will be covered in this course. Causes, signs, symptoms of disease will be presented as well as diagnostic procedures, treatment procedures and preventative measures.
Industry (NAISC)
Health Care and Social Assistance -- Nursing and Residential Care Facilities -- Other Residential Care Facilities (6239)
Occupation (SOC)
Healthcare Support Occupations -- Medical Assistants (31-9092)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Associate Degree
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent