2018-2019 Catalog 
    
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2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MDCA 1348 - Pharmacology and Administration of Medications


3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Instruction in concepts and application of pharmacological principles. Focuses on drug classifications, principles and procedures of medication administration, mathematical systems and conversions, calculation of drug problems, and medico-legal responsibilities of the medical assistant. Prerequisite: None
Course Outcomes
1 - Prepare, administer, and document oral and percutaneous medications.
2 - Calculate drug dosages for administration by standard routes for adult and pediatric patients.
3 - Demonstrate inventory handling and storage.
4 - Adhere to governmental health care guidelines.