Catalog 2013-2014

MAST 1090 Medical Assisting Skills II (1-8-4)

This course furthers student knowledge of the more complex activities in a physician's office. Topics include the collection and examination of specimens; CLIA regulations and risk management; urinalysis; venipuncture; hematology and chemistry evaluations; advanced reagent testing; the administration of medications; medical office emergency procedures and emergency preparedness; respiratory evaluations; the principles of IV administration; rehabilitative therapy procedures; the principles of radiology safety; and maintenance of medication and immunization records. Students must pay a $15 supply fee when registering for this course.

Offered Summer and Spring

Prerequisite

Program admission, MAST 1030, MAST 1080, permission of department