This course covers the study of disease symptoms and the appropriate actions taken by medical assistants in a medical facility in relation to these symptoms. Emphasis is placed on interviewing skills and appropriate triage, preparing patients for procedures, and screening test results. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize how certain symptoms relate to specific diseases, recognize emergency situations, and take appropriate actions.
Requisites:
Take BIO-161 or MED-116; Take either previously or concurrently. Required./>
Total Class Credits:
3 Class Credits: 2 Lab Credits: 2 Clinic Credits: 0
See Wake Tech's Medical Assisting program for additional courses and educational offerings.
