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Course Title: Clinical Non-Sterile Procedures
Title Abbreviation: CLIN NON-STERILE PROCED
Department: AHE
Course #: 107
Credits: 6
Variable: No
IUs: 7
CIP: 510801
EPC: 381
REV: 2019
Course Description
Definition and theory of medical asepsis; information on non-sterile procedures/tests, i.e. temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, electrocardiograms, audiograms, visual acuity, colorblindness, spirometry, height and weight, physical examinations, charting and documentation. Awareness of universal precautions to protect the patient and the healthcare professional. Discussion of cultural beliefs and expectations concerning health care interactions. Includes lab practice of selected non-sterile procedures.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHE 108 and department chair permission.
Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)
Lecture: 44
Lab: 44
Other: 0
Systems: 0
Clinical: 0
Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:
Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree, Required for certificate
Equivalencies At Other Institutions
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, the student will be able to:
General Education Learning Values & Outcomes
Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.
Course Contents