MEDA 129 Pharmacology

4 credits

MEDA 129 is a hybrid course with face-to-face class sessions and self-directed, online content. 

Prerequisites: MEDA 121 , BIOL& 175 , and MATH 087  (or placement into MATH 098  or higher)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

• Identify drug classification, indication, side effects, and adverse reactions of 100 commonly prescribed drugs used in outpatient care and/or family practice medicine
• Identify applicable state and federal regulations regarding medications
• Maintain and document medication information in a patient’s medical record
• Write a prescription as ordered by physician
• Call a prescription into a pharmacy with correct information based on physician’s order
• Correlate common disorders of the systems of the body with common medications utilized in the management of the disorder
• Complete a prior authorization of a medication
• Use proper terminology, spelling, and pronunciation when communicating medication information
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills when interpreting medication orders
• Demonstrate effective communication skills and cultural awareness when interpreting medication information for a patient

• be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in their field
• be prepared to work in ambulatory settings performing administrative and clinical duties.
• meet CAAHEP Standards in the areas of cognitive and psychomotor skills
• be prepared to pass the CMA (AAMA) exam