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Dec 04, 2024
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ALH 140 - Medical Assistant Procedures I
Offered FL
Lab-8
4 credit hrs/8 contact hrs
Pre/Corequisite: ALH 104 - Medical Terminology and ANP 118 - Introduction to the Human Body with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Corequisite: ALH 110 - Foundations of Medical Assisting with “C” or better (2.0 out of a 4.0 scale)
Students will practice multiple clinical procedures performed by medical assistants. Emphasis will be on patient-centered assessment, examination, effective communication, interventions, and treatments including medication administration as directed by a physician. Course also provides training on vital signs, patient education, administrative duties, collection and documentation of patient information, and sterilization and aseptic technique. Essentials of disease conditions, standard precautions, and OSHA guidelines are also practiced. Must pass a required healthcare background check and physical and have a current AHA Provider BLS card.
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