Medical Asepsis and Surgical Procedures

Catalog description

Units: 3.5 Prerequisite: Completion of ALH 1, 2, 3, and 4 with grades of "C" or better Hours: 99 (45 lecture, 54 laboratory) Students will acquire knowledge to apply theory to practice while assisting with minor office surgeries and wound care. Sterile and aseptic techniques, sterile field and instrument sanitization procedures and protocols prepare students with the necessary skills to practice within the scope of practice of a medical assistant. Students will perform training for recognizing risks of bloodborne pathogens, infection control, body substance isolation (BSI), and personal protection equipment in accordance with OSHA standards specific to the healthcare professional and in accordance of the scope of practice of a medical assistant. Provides the American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support/CPR certification for Healthcare Providers. (letter grade only) (not transferable)