MS 262 - Medical Clinical Assisting I With Lab

This course is designed to provide the basic theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in assisting physicians or medical office staff with medical exam room preparation and routine patient examination preparation with an emphasis on various communication techniques and documentation. Students will be introduced to basic clinical procedures including vital signs, first aid, injections, and emergency preparedness. Semester Credit Hours 5.00 semester credit hours. Contact Hours: 105 Prerequisite: MO 160 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology and SC 246 Anatomy and Physiology II. Corequisite: None