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Nov 23, 2024
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MAP 542 - Human Body in Health & Disease I
3 credits
This course explores anatomy and physiology relevant to the clinical practice of medical assistants. The course explores the structural organization of the human body and terminology used to describe body structure. The course identifies the normal functions and major organs of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, and respiratory systems. Common pathology related to each system is identified, including etiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic measures, and treatment modalities. The medical assistant’s role in assisting with exams, assessment, and procedures is identified relevant to each body system. The course encourages the student to demonstrate critical thrinking based on knowledge of academic subject matter required for competence in the medical assisting profession. This course is the first course of a two-semester sequence. If not take a s a prerequisite, this course will be required as a co-requisite with program admission.
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