MDA 116 - Clinical Procedures I

Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 2

This course introduces the clinical component of the Medical Assistant’s cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) competencies of a medical office environment. The student will learn how to assist the physician in the general examination and treatment of patients, take vital signs, collect health information, and perform basic screening procedures. The course will cover the principles of infection control, including the use of standard precautions and adherence to OSHA guidelines, emergency preparedness protection practices, and emergency medical procedures and first aid. Patient education and clinical documentation will also be emphasized. The student will acquire CPR certification healthcare provider level during this course. This course is composed of 32 theory hours and 32 laboratory hours.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: Medical Assistant Certificate, AAS Degree (1.2)

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