MEDA 301 - Prin+Meth-Phlebtmy

Institution:

Massasoit Community College

Subject:

Medical Assistant

Description:

This course presents the history of phlebotomy giving an overview of blood collection equipment and techniques, preparing the student for a clinical training experience at a hospital or private laboratory. Lecture topics include an introduction to the health care setting, anatomy and physiology of body systems, blood collection supplies and procedures, safety, and quality assurance. A brief introduction to an EKG is given. The laboratory component includes venipuncture and microcollection demonstration and practice. Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 2 hours Prerequisite: Students must be accepted into the Certificate in Phlebotomy Program, meeting all requirements.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.massasoit.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 588-9100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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