Medical Conversions and Calculations for Medical Assisting

Catalog description

Introduction to mathematical calculations specific to the clinical practice of medical assistants. Application of skills include conversions of measurements in the metric system, temperature conversions, military-standard time conversions, and medication dosage equivalents and calculations. Note: MAS104 is graded using the Pass/Fail (P/Z) grading. Students must meet all the competencies to continue the Medical Assisting program. MAS200 may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAS104.