2017-2018 Academic Catalog 
    
    Apr 16, 2024  
2017-2018 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MEAS 100 - Pharmacology for Medical Assistants

3 CR
This course serves to orientate the Medical Assistant student to the concepts and application of pharmacological principles. Students will focus on the principles and procedures of medication administration, including the seven rights of drug administration. Emphasis will be placed on the legal implications of drug therapy, safety, and accuracy in calculating proper dosage. Students will perform proper mechanics for parenteral administration of medications.

Prerequisites & Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® reading score of 60, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55  (AND) (2) An official GED or high school diploma.