MAS-2030 Pharmacology for Medical Assistants

3 Credits
Introduction to medication classifications according to body system. Emphasis is placed on pharmacokinetics, proper dosing and route of administration, side effects, mechanism of action, and contraindications. Focuses on laws pertaining to Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), drug classifications and storage, medication dispensing, and proper disposal. Students learn pharmacy symbols and abbreviations, and patient teaching related to medication compliance and achieving optimal efficacy.
Prerequisite(s): BIO-2060 and MAS-1060 with grades of C or higher; eligibility for EGL-1010 and MAT-1120. Corequisite(s): MAS-2010 and MAS-2020.