MEDAS 120 - Pathology, Diseases, and Treatments

5 credits

Prerequisites
READ 090, completion of ENGL 095 with a grade of “C-” or better, or placement in ENGL& 101 or ENGL 150.

The etiology, symptoms, diagnostic procedures and treatment of common diseases in the following body systems will relate to the medical assistant and other ambulatory healthcare employees: digestive, blood & immune, musculoskeletal, urinary, reproductive, endocrine, nervous, and special senses.

Theory Hours
5 theory hours.

Vocational Program Course
Vocational program course.

AA General Elective
May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Course Outcomes

Compare structure and function of the human body across the life span
Describe the normal function of each body system
Identify common pathology related to each body system including:
- signs
- symptoms
- etiology
Analyze pathology for each body system including:
- diagnostic measures
- treatment modalities
Define coaching a patient as it relates to:
- health maintenance
- disease prevention
- compliance with treatment plan
- community resources
- adaptations relevant to individual patient needs

Note
Acceptance into the Medical Assistant program required.