NWCCD 2020-21 Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
NWCCD 2020-21 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

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MEDA 1600 - Clinical Medical Assistant


This course provides both foundational and practical application of practice within a medical office. Students will be introduced to the clinical concepts of patient intake and discharge, preparation for the physical exam, collecting and processing specimens, and medication administration. As part of the training, students will complete 180 hours of clinical hours assisting the provider with medical/surgical procedures. At the end of the course, students will sit for the national certification exam for Medical Assistants.

Credits: 9

Instructional Method Lecture/Lab and Clinical

Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of MEDA 1600 Medical Assistant, the student will:

  1. Apply knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology.
  2. Translate correct use of medical terminology.
  3. Develop an understanding of legal and ethical issues involved within medical practice settings.
  4. Demonstrate professional characteristics for the medical assistant.
  5. Implement effective communication techniques.
  6. Provide education to patients about good nutrition.
  7. Describe the principles of infection control and asepsis.
  8. Recognize normal and abnormal patient data.
  9. Identify the correct procedures for collecting and processing specimens.
  10. Explain the correct procedure for performing or assisting the provider with diagnostic testing.
  11. Eemonstrate appropriate techniques for patient intake and documentation of care.
  12. Eemonstrate competency with electronic documentation systems.
  13. Describe the correct procedure in the preparation of the examination room.
  14. Outline the main responsibilities of the medical assistant in preparing the patient for a physical examination.
  15. Evaluate safety and competency when preparing and administering medications.
  16. Implement effective emergency management responses and basic first aid when indicated.
  17. Summarize patient education needs during the discharge process. 




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