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Catalog Description Prerequisite: Completion of ALH 1, 2, 3, and 4 with grades of "C" or better Hours: 90 (36 lecture, 54 laboratory) Description: Students will acquire and apply knowledge of various routes of medication administration and the related injection safety, techniques, and site selection. Medication dosage calculations, medication side effects and emergencies pertaining to medication administration will prepare students to practice within the scope of practice of a medical assistant. (letter grade only) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Interpret and execute medication administration according to physician orders. CSLO #2: Perform calculation of dosages for various medication administration modalities. CSLO #3: Apply various medication administration techniques. Effective Term Fall 2025 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 90 Outside of Class Hours 72 Total Student Learning Hours 162 Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Outline pharmacology and medication administration theory. 2. Outline the importance of proper dosage calculations for various administration modalities. 3. Apply the appropriate medication administration technique. 4. Discuss and apply what constitutes a medication reaction or emergency. Lab Objectives: 1. Interpret and execute medication orders demonstrating good communication with physician(s) and patient(s). 2. Demonstrate proficiency in proper dosage calculations and the associated routes of administration. 3. Demonstrate proficiency in medication administration technique. 4. Explain medication overdose, drug interactions, potential side effects or adverse effects. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information Not Transferable Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Example: After completion of dose calculations, students will be required to post a response to discussion board via LMS and reply to at least one student question. Standard Grading. Example question: (Scenario) Katie has just turned three and weighs 30 lbs. Her mother wants to know how much cough syrup to give Katie as the directions have worn off the bottle. She can only read adults two teaspoons every four hours. (Students would then calculate the dosage based on Clark’s rule or Young’s rule and post their response.) Standard Grading. Objective Examinations Example: Students will take multiple choice examination on injection methods. Standard Grading. Example Question: Which of the following injection methods should be chosen for medications that are irritating or may cause discoloration of the skin? a. Subcutaneous b. Intravenous c. Z-track d. Intradermal e. Intramuscular Answer: c. Z-track Skill Demonstrations Example: After instructor demonstrates the proper method of injection, students will be expected to read the medication order, decide if they are required to calculate the medication dosage (and demonstrate), draw up the medication and administer by the route instructed in the lab setting for skills checkoff. Standard Grading. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lab: Following lecture and discussion, instructor will demonstrate how to interpret and execute physician orders with various examples presented. Students will then do exercises in lab with final checkoff of skills by instructor. Following lecture and discussion, instructor will demonstrate various dosage calculations and administrative modalities. The students will then apply this to complete dosage calculation worksheets and practice exercises in the lab setting with checkoff of skills by instructor. Lecture: Instructor PowerPoint presentation on Interpretation and execution of medication administration orders as given by the physician. This will be followed by discussion on scope of work for Medical Assistants. Distance Learning Online instructor PowerPoint presentation on dosage calculations and administration modalities. This will be followed by an online discussion on why a particular method is chosen. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read section from textbook on medication side effects and adverse reactions. Be prepared to discuss the difference between a side effect and an adverse effect. 2. Read section from textbook on infectious disease exposure. Be prepared to discuss both prevention and management. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Answer critical thinking exercises for section in the textbook on methods of administering medications. Example: List the “seven rights” of drug administration. 2. Answer critical thinking exercises for section in the textbook on medication administration, modalities, dosages, law and addiction. Example question: Explain why Clark’s rule and Young’s rule are used for pediatric dosages. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Write short research paper utilizing online resources on general lab safety and OSHA regulations. Required Materials Kinn's The Medical Assistant: An Applied Learning Approach Author: Brigitte Niedzwiecki and Julie Pepper Publisher: Elsevier Publication Date: 2023 Text Edition: 15th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Study Guide and Procedure Checklist Manual for Kinn's The Medical Assistant Author: Brigitte Niedzwiecki and Julie Pepper Publisher: Elsevier Publication Date: 2023 Text Edition: 15th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: SimChart for the Medical Office: Learning the Medical Office Workflow Author: Elsevier Publisher: Elsevier Publication Date: 2023 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.

Catalog Description Prerequisite: Completion of ALH 0005, 0006, 0007, and 0008 with grades of "C" or better Hours: 162 laboratory Description: Students will acquire clinical Medical Assisting experience in the work setting under the supervision of a licensed physician in a Board-Certified medical office setting or outpatient facility. (letter grade only) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Demonstrate competencies of learned clinical skills under the supervision of a licensed physician. CSLO #2: Apply all Law/Ethics and HIPAA standards while performing 160 hours at assigned practicum site with two hours of onboarding. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 162 Outside of Class Hours 0 Total Student Learning Hours 162 Course Objectives Lab Objectives: 1. Apply all Law/Ethics and HIPAA standards while performing 162 hours at assigned practicum site. 2. Demonstrate competencies of learned clinical skills under the supervision of a board-certified physician while performing 162 hours at assigned practicum site. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information Not Transferable Methods of Evaluation Projects Example: Instructor will provide students with 10 questions to be addressed in their presentations for last class. Students will do oral and written presentation on their practicum site. Skill Demonstrations Example: Students will be required to have their site practicum supervisor fill out a clinical evaluation of skills covered while performing their 162 hours in an ambulatory setting. Other Example: 1. Attendance at both mandatory meetings. 2. Completion of weekly journal entries for Instructor. 3. Instructor site evaluation. 4. Timesheet signed off by supervisor showing successful completion of 162 hours. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lab: Following the first mandatory meeting/lecture, the students will perform 162 lab hours in a board-certified physician’s office, medical clinic or allied health facility with daily timesheet and supervisor evaluation filled out correctly. Following the second mandatory meeting/lecture, the students will turn in required forms and documents to instructor and do oral presentation on their externship. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read orientation packet prior to clinical placement and be prepared to discuss. 2. Read and review examples of Medical Assisting resumes to create and submit personal resume to instructor prior to placement. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Write weekly journal entries and submit through LMS. 2. Write and present final presentation on practicum and submit through LMS. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Keep continual notes throughout 162 hours to assist in journal entries and final project. 2. At completion of practicum, submit signed time sheet, site supervisor evaluation form, and presentation. Required Materials Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Instructor to provide packet containing all requirements and forms necessary for practicum completion. Students will provide notebook for practicum.