Adv Clinical Med Assisting

Students will be introduced to point of care testing in the ambulatory care setting. Students will gain experience performing venipuncture, capillary punctures, electrocardiograms, pulmonary function testing, along with additional specialty testing. Specimens will be collected and CLIA waived hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, immunology, and microbiology testing will be performed and documented. Activities on nutritional topics, with attention to cultural diversity and patient instruction, will be demonstrated. Instruction and role-play will be completed on first aid procedures and the use of emergency equipment. Emergency planning and preparedness will be detailed and recorded. Students will complete 8 hours of externship at an ambulatory care setting.