2021-2022 Academic Catalog 
    
    Apr 18, 2024  
2021-2022 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MEAS 101 - Medical Assistant Clinical Procedures 1

3 CR
This is the first in a series of two clinical procedure courses that provide the necessary supervised laboratory education needed for the Medical Assistant student to perform routine procedures in the ambulatory care facility. Emphasis will be placed on practicing patient screening, safety, performing patient assessments, and the proper recording of data collected. Students will also begin collecting laboratory specimens and practice the proper procedural steps for collecting and analyzing the results of each test.

Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 240, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
Course Learning Outcomes:
  1. Demonstrate compliance with Universal Standards and Precautions.
  2. Perform CLIA-wave laboratory tests and demonstrate documentation of procedures.
  3. Exhibit the proper use of equipment, including calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  4. Demonstrate quality assurance and quality control.