MAP 1050: Pharmacology for Medical Assistants

Provides an overview of pharmacology language, abbreviations, systems of measurement and conversions. The Controlled Substances Act, prescriptions, forms of medications, patient care applications, drug classifications/interactions, and safety in drug therapy and patient care are presented. Information regarding the measurement of medications, dosage calculations, routes of administration, and commonly prescribed drugs in the medical office is provided.

Prerequisites

HPR 178; MAT 1140 or Accuplacer score of EA>or = 30
Lab Hours 22.50 Lecture Hours 30.00