Pharmacology for Medical Assistants - GCC
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Project
Transformation Agenda
Authors
Creanza, Nicholas
Date Submitted
2013
Material Type
Syllabus
Secondary Material Type
Institution
Greenfield Community College
Industry Partner
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License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 1
Additional Public Access
Abstract
Provides an overview of the pharmacological language, symbols, and abbreviations used to interpret prescriptions; as well as, the system of measurements and conversions used to calculate medication dosages. Students learn to prepare, verify and administer doses via oral and parenteral routes. Topics include drug classifications, interactions, forms of medication, safety protocols, and the recording, interpretation and analysis of normal and abnormal lab test results. Students receive information appropriate to the Medical Assistant occupation regarding the most commonly prescribed drugs, compliance with drug regulations, quality control of prescription requests, and how to maintain professionalism when communicating with patients and healthcare professionals.
Industry (NAISC)
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation (SOC)
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (29-0000)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Certificate
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent