MOA-144 Pharmacology-Principles/Applications

This course follows a lecture/laboratory format. Instruction is provided in the basic concepts of pharmacology in medical assisting. Topics include the general aspects of pharmacology, legal and ethical issues in pharmacology, the mathematical knowledge necessary to master the calculations of commonly-used medications, the principles and practices of medication administration, and medications related to body systems and patient education. (7 contact hours)

Credits

5

Prerequisite

MTH-090 with a minimum grade of "C" (or appropriate score on placement test), BIO-115 (or BIO-180 and BIO-181), MRT-110, IMS-115, MOA-130, and MOA-140 all courses with a minimum grade of "C"

Corequisite

Registration or credit in MOA-142

Department

Health Sciences