CMA 130 Pharmacology Medical Office I
This course prepares the student to identify the classifications of medication, including desired effects, side effect and adverse reactions.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: CMA 101 Medical Terminology & Body Systems I with a C or better.
Offered
Offered Winter only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Identify classifications of medications as well as their desired effect, side effects, and adverse reactions. Understand the principles of responsible drug administration and the different routes of administration of drugs. Utilize accepted drug abbreviations and systems of measurement. Identify and describe the sources and bodily effects of drugs. Identify the classifications and legal terms referring to drugs.