MA 112: Pharmacology

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Class Program

Medical Assistant

Credits

Clinical Hours None

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

089124

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

Basic concepts of pharmacology, including basic drug categories and use of most commonly prescribed medications in the medical office. Includes a review of math concepts related to medications, dose calculations, administration principles, injection preparations and site choice, and safety practices associated with medication administration.

Grading Basis

Graded

Prerequisites

Acceptance into the Medical Assistant Program or Instructor Permission

Course Learning Outcomes

Calculate medication doses properly.

Administer medications using the proper technique and safety measures.

Demonstrate knowledge of the basic drug categories used most often in the medical office.

Core Topics

Calculations of medications used in the medical office
Medications used most often in the medical office
Proper techniques on administration of medications and safety issue related to the medications