Spring 2017 Course Syllabi

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Dakota College Bottineau Course Syllabus
Course Prefix/Number/Title: AH 137 Clinical Specialties
Number of Credits: 2
Course Description: This course is designed to provide students with knowledge in the clinical
specialty areas giving them a basic understanding of terminology, exams, diagnostic testing and
procedures in these areas. This course will focus on the knowledge and procedures related to the
specialty areas in the clinical setting including geriatrics, OB-GYN, male reproductive system, pediatrics,
general body systems, minor surgery, rehabilitation, emergencies and cardiology.
Prerequisites:
AH 171 – Medical Terminology
AH 134 – Medical Disorders
Course Objectives: Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
• Describe and apply the principles of aseptic technique and infection control.
• Demonstrate principles of confidentiality.
• Collect and process specimens according to policy and procedures
• Prepare the patient for examination, procedures and treatments.
• Assist the physician with minor surgery and other procedures.
• Obtain a patient history and vital signs.
• Teach methods of health promotion and disease prevention.
• Document completely and accurately.
• Demonstrate an understanding of terminology and various procedures used in specialty areas of
health care
Instructor: Betty Tykwinski, MSN, RN
Email: Please use the email within the course.
Instructor home phone: 701-490-2299
Instructor home email
Office Hours: Virtual
Textbooks: Two required
Title: Delmar's Clinical Medical Assisting
Author: Lindh et al
Publisher: Delmar's Publishing, Albany, NY.
Edition/Year: 4th.