MED 272 - Drug Therapy

Credits: 3
Class: 3

Prerequisite(s): Local, Enrollment in the Medical Assisting Program (A45400), BIO 163 or MED 116; MED 122, MAT 121
Corequisite(s): Local, MED 150, MED 240, MED 270

This course focuses on major drug groups, including their side effects, interactions, methods of administration, and proper documentation. Emphasis is placed on the theory of drug administration. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, spell, recognize side effects of, and document the most commonly used medications in a physician’s office.