Area
Medical Support Specialist
Course Number
MSS 112
Semester Offered
F
Credits
5

This course covers introductory theory and techniques of medical assisting used to perform fundamental clinical assisting procedures in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains. Topics include aseptic technique with infection control, measuring vital signs, preparing/maintaining treatment area, interviewing techniques and recording of patient histories, preparing, and assisting patients for procedures, electrocardiograms, monitoring test results, patient education and ambulatory aids.