Jul 04, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
[Archived Catalog]
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OAT 2404 - Health and Safety in the Medical Office
Essentials of working as an administrative assistant in a medical office with a special emphasis on clinical techniques.
Credit Hours: 2
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
- Complete medical assessment forms and reports of varying complexity.
- Define asepsis and aseptic technique; demonstrate appropriate use of standard precautions.
- Demonstrate appropriate measurement and documentation of basic vital signs; patient interview process.
- Demonstrate proper technique for asepsis for basic office procedures.
- Develop thorough understanding of ethical considerations in a medical office setting.
- Prepare and sit for NCS (National Safety Council) examination/certification for airborne and bloodborne pathogens.
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