IDS 108 - Mathematics for Medical Dosage Calculations

Institution:

Greenfield Community College

Subject:

Interdisciplinary Studies

Description:

Introduces math topics used in allied health fields. Students develop basic math skills and problem solving strategies necessary to perform medication dose calculations accurately. Topics include the four main methods of dosage calculations; standard forms of measurement and conversions; and the basic language of pharmacology necessary for interpretation of medication orders and labels. Students may use a web-based course management system, such as Blackboard, as a learning resource tool. NOTE: Credit can be granted for IDS 110 or IDS 108, but not for both. (Offered: Every Spring) Prereq: MAT 105 or a score of 67 or higher on the Arithmetic Placement test and a score of 61 or higher on the Algebra placement test; COL 090 and ENG 090, or satisfactory placement test scores.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gcc.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 775-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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