CMA 209 - Clinical Office Practice I

Credits: 3
Instructional Contact Hours: 3

Provides the clinical opportunities to reach competencies of the Medical Assistant role in a medical practice. Presents the fundamental concepts and skills of patient centered care in the ambulatory setting. Topics such as infection control, vital patient measurements, medication dosage and adminstration, and assisting with the physical examination will be covered.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 140W, HSC 105, HSC 205W, and OAT 116 with a grade of "C" (2.0) or higher in each or instructor approval.
Corequisite(s): None
Lecture Hours: 15 Lab Hours: 30
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: No

Outcomes and Objectives

Demonstrate an understanding of the medical assisting field.

Demonstrate how to properly measure patient vital signs.
Demonstrate an understanding of effective communication with patients.
Demonstrate an understanding of proper handwashing and infection control.
Demonstrate how to properly administer medication

Use multiple resource as problem-solving tools.

Use medical dictionary.
Use English dictionary.
Use the Physician's Desk Reference.
Use current coding manuals.

Demonstrate professionalism appropriate for the workplace.

Participate in class.
Follow written and oral directions.
Complete and submit assignments on time.
Participate constructively in activities.
Display civility toward other class members and the instructor.
Demonstrate academic integrity.

Demonstrate an understanding of emergency response.

Understand first aid basics involved in medical, injury, and environmental emergencies.
Explain the general response of a health professional to an emergency situation.
Practice and perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
Identify the proper steps for determining patient’s level of consciousness and how to record it.
Assess and record a patient’s medical history.