MAST 1080 - Medical Assisting Skills I

Institution:

Bainbridge College (now Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College-Bainbridge Campus)

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Description:

Prerequisite: AHEA 1130; AHEA 1140 This course introduces to students the skills necessary for assisting the physician with a complete history and physical exam 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 blood/air-borne pathogens, infection control and related OSHA guidelines, preparing patients and assisting physician with examinations and diagnostic procedures, vital signs, minor office surgical procedures, and electrocardiograms.

Credits:

7.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.bainbridge.edu

Phone Number:

(866) 825-1715

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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