MDST 2010 - Clinical Procedures II

6.0 Credits

This course provides theoretical and clinical applications to instruct students on patient care procedures performed in the physician’s office. These procedures include, but are not limited to, administering medication, taking vital signs, collecting and processing specimens, performing EKGs, preparing patients for examinations, procedures and treatments, and assisting with minor surgery procedures. This is a practitioner-level course.

Prerequisites: (4) MDST 1010, MDST 1050, MDST 2020 and MDST 2120

Lecture Hours: 6.0
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives
1.Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control
2.Comply with quality assurance practices
3.Adhere to established triage procedures
4.Obtain/Practice patient history and vital signs
5.Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas
6.Prepare patient for examinations, procedures, and treatments
7.Assist with examinations, procedures and treatments
8.Prepare and administer medications and immunizations
9.Maintain medication and immunization records
10.Recognize and respond to emergencies
11.Coordinate patient care information with other health care providers

View Class Schedule