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Jun 03, 2024
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MAT 2010 - Clinical Medical Assisting Techniques I
Introduction to medical laboratory theory and practice in preparation for physical examination, applied microbiology and infection control. Topics such as patient and exam room preparation, vital sign tests, taking health histories, aseptic techniques, infection control, electrocardiography, and universal precautions are studied. Suggested prerequisites: MAT 1010 & MAT 1400 (grades of C or better); BIOS 1030; MAT major; required immunizations; provider-level CPR & first aid certifications; permission
Requisites: Permission required
Credit Hours: 4
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 4.0 laboratory
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Course Transferability: CTAG course: CTMAT008 Fundamental Procedures, CTAG course: CTMAT011 Patient Care
College Credit Plus: Level 1
Learning Outcomes: - Demonstrate respect for individual diversity in areas such as gender, race, religion, age, and economic status.
- Differentiate between subjective and objective information.
- Identify personal safety precautions as established by OSHA.
- Identify principles of body mechanics and ergonomics.
- Obtain vital signs.
- Perform electrocardiography.
- Perform patient screening using established protocols.
- Select appropriate PPE (personal protection equipment) for potentially infectious situations.
- Use appropriate language/verbal/nonverbal skills during patient care.
- Use aseptic technique and infection control procedures.
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