ALH 105 - Introduction to Patient Care

Credit(s): 1.5
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 1, 1

This course is designed to introduce the student who is new to health care or exploring a health career field to basic knowledge and skills of patient care for many different health careers. This is an introductory course exploring aspects of infection control, vital signs, patient movement/transport, oxygen administration, recognition of medical emergencies and assisting with drug administration. This course is intended for any student interested in a health care field.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.2)

Offered: Fall or Spring or Summer
General Education: Not Applicable