2016-2017 Catalog

MDST 2110 Pharmacology for Medical Assistants and Allied Health Professionals I

4.5 - 0.0 - 4.5

Prerequisite

(5) Admission into the Medical Assisting program; HIMS 1150; MDST 1020; MDST 1030; MDST 1040 - must be completed prior to taking this course.

Course Description

This course provides students with a basic understanding of pharmacology terms and related issues necessary for the clinical office or outpatient care setting. This course provides students with an introduction to therapeutic drug treatment regimens. It emphasizes understanding of pharmacodynamics, drug side effects, administration procedures, and dosage computations.