Pharmacology for Medical Assistants I

MED X 411.2

This course offers a basic introduction to pharmacology including the classifications, precautions, contraindications, side effects, and administering of commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals.

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What you can learn.

Identify 50 most commonly used medications
Describe classes of drugs, drug actions/desired effects, adverse reactions
Perform dosage conversions and calculations
Identify abbreviations and symbols used in calculating medication dosages
Prepare and administer oral and parenteral medications
Differentiate between normal and abnormal test results

About this course:

Course is basic introduction to pharmacology. Most commonly prescribed drugs are presented within the major drug classifications along with drug actions, common adverse reactions, precautions, and contraindications. Emphasis is placed patient safety, rights, and education. Skills will include proper techniques for medication administration.