MDA 123 - Medical Assistant Clinical Procedures

3 Credits, 5 Contact Hours (2 lec., 3 lab)

An integrative approach to learning and developing the clinical procedural skills required to work in an ambulatory care setting. Includes the collection and documentation of vital signs, patient history, patient assessment, and partnering with patients to provide them with resources to achieve and maintain health. Also includes Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) waived testing, safety in medication administration, principles of nutrition, and legal and ethical considerations.

Corequisite(s): MDA 122