Medical Assisting Skills II

Furthers student knowledge of the more complex activities in a physician*s office.Topics include: collection/examination of specimens and CLIA regulations/risk management; urinalysis; venipuncture; hematology and chemistry evaluations; advanced reagent testing (Strep Test, HcG etc); administration of medications; medical office emergency procedures and emergency preparedness; respiratory evaluations; principles of IV administration; rehabilitative therapy procedures; principles of radiology safety and maintenance of medication and immunization records.

Required textbooks and materials:

• Clinical Procedures for Medical Assistants, 7th ed., ISBN 978-1-4557-48341-1, $101.00
• Study Guide for Clinical Procedures for Medical Assistants, 7th ed., ISBN 978-1-4557-1835-8, $71.00