MAT 214: Medical Assisting Pharmacology

Hours 3 Lab Hours 1
Theory Hours
2

This course familiarizes the student with frequently administered and commonly prescribed drugs used in the medical office. Theory includes components of the drug profile to include calculation, preparation, and administration of the medication. Additional topics include special populations and nutritional requirements, documentation, and basic concepts of prescribing practices to include e-scribing. Upon completion, students should be able to prove competency in safe medication administration and calculations.