MAST 1080 Medical Assisting Skils
Introduces the skills necessary for assisting the physician with a complete history and physical in all types of medical practices. The course includes skills necessary for sterilizing instruments and equipment and setting up sterile trays. The student also explores the theory and practice of electrocardiography. Topics include: infection control and related OSHA guidelines; prepare patients/assist physician with age and gender-specific examinations and diagnostic procedures; vital signs/mensuration; medical office surgical procedures and electrocardiography.
Prerequisite
(
ALHS 1011 or ALHS 1011X or AHS 1011 or AHS 1011X or AHS 101 or AHS 101X ) or (
ALHS 1090 or ALHS 1090X or AHS 109 or AHS 109X or
ALHS 1090 or ALHS 1090X )