MEDA 152 - Medical Assisting Science II

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Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in MEDA 111 or instructor consent. Comment: Letter grade only. MEDA 152 may not be audited. MEDA 152 may not be taken Credit/No Credit. MEDA 152 covers basic concepts and characteristics of disease processes; etiology, methods of control, and development of selected diseases from each major body system and application of principles to the function of a medical practice. MEDA 152 also includes an overview of the broad scope of pharmacology, and a survey of medications commonly used in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases. Upon satisfactory completion of MEDA 152, the student should be able to: Identify and discuss basic concepts, principles, and characteristics of disease processes. Recognize and apply terminology pertaining to injuries and disease processes. Identify and discuss the etiology of selected diseases from each of the major body systems. Identify and discuss methods of external control and treatment of known diseases. Apply knowledge of disease processes and conditions to the smoother functioning of a medical office or clinic. Interpret abbreviations and symbols accurately as they relate to drug administration. Discuss standards and legislation as they related to selected drugs. Use appropriate references for obtaining drug information. Identify drugs commonly used in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease Discuss current status of pharmaceuticals commonly used in immunizations for the prevention of specific diseases. Identify major drug classifications, and drugs within each classification, commonly used in treatment of specific disease conditions encountered in the medical office. Cite specific action, side effects, and responsibilities related to use of all pharmaceuticals discussed in class.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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