MAS 108 - Medical Assisting Skills I

Institution:

Georgia Piedmont Technical College

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Description:

Prerequisites: Program Admission, AHS 1011, AHS 104, AHS 109 with a minimum grade of "C" in each course Corequisites: MAS 103, MAS 110 Introduces the skills necessary for assisting the physician with a complete history and physical in all types of practices. The course includes skills necessary for sterilizing instruments and equipment and setting up sterile trays. The student also explores the theory and practice of electrocardiography. Topics include: infection control and related OSHA guidelines, prepare patients/assist physician with examinations and diagnostic procedures, vital signs/mensuration, minor office surgical procedures, and electrocardiograms.

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gptc.edu

Phone Number:

(404) 297-9522

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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