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MED 125 - Medical Assisting, Advanced Procedures


Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 5

Surveys advanced clinical/laboratory knowledge and skills required of the medical office assistant. Emphasizes electrocardiography, hematology, urinalysis, microbiology, respiratory testing, clinical pharmacology, as well as, administration of medications, phlebotomy, and assisting the physician with procedures. Covers diet modification, radiology, principles of heat and cold application, and common emergencies.

Prerequisite: Admission into the Medical Assisting program.
Corequisite: MED 124 , MED 130 , and MED 131 .