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, the principles of IV administration, rehabilitative therapy procedures, the principles of radiology safety, and maintenance of medication and immunization records.

A work ethic grade is assigned for this course. For more information see Work Ethics.

Offered Summer and Spring

Prerequisite

MAST 1030 with a grade of C or higher, MAST 1080 with a grade of C or higher, permission of department