MAS-2020 Clinical Procedures I

Credits 4
Theory and skills required to function in the clinical setting. Focus is on health, wellness and health promotion for the entire life span. Apply learned concepts in the clinical laboratory, including, sterile procedures and aseptic technique, medication calculation and administration, health measurements and metrics, and assisting with clinical procedures. Strong emphasis on clinical documentation, the infection cycle, infection control, methods of prevention including Standard Precautions, protective personal equipment, OSHA regulations, Material Safety Data Sheets, and the guidelines pertaining to safe practice in the clinical setting. Students are required to perform select procedures on each other during college laboratory
Prerequisite(s): HIM-1530 , MAS-1100 with grades of C or higher.
3 class/3 lab hours.
Course Outcomes

Explain infection control procedures pertaining to preventing transmission.
Define the types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Describe modes of communication in the clinical setting.
State the procedures for obtaining body measurement metrics.
Discuss therapeutic modalities related to disability.
Identify the instruments and procedures for assisting with minor office surgeries.
Describe treatment modalities for the pediatric patient.
Define the disorders and treatment procedures in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN).