MEDA 212 Diagnostic Testing in Medical Office

5 credits

Advanced clinical skills including, ECGs and Spirometry, plus the following laboratory CLIA waived tests: hematology, microbiology, immunology, chemistry, and urinalysis.

Prerequisites: MEDA 116 and MEDA 125

Quarters Offered: All

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory safety
Discuss quality control, demonstrating understanding of why quality control procedures promote accuracy and precision.
Recognize the importance of OSHA Guidelines and standard precautions with an emphasis on safety and biohazard infectious waste desposal procedures.
Instruct patients in the collection of the following specimens
- Urine (Void, MSCC, 24-hour)
- Throat
- Wound
- Fasting specimens
- Fecal specimens (Occult blood, Ova and Parasites, Bacteriology culture)
Collect the following specimen
- Urine specimen
- Venipuncture
- Capillary puncture
- Bacteriology specimen
Perform the following testing
- Urinalysis
- Hemoglobin
- Micro-hematocrit
- Chemistry
- Immunology studies
- Stool tests
Describe the function and care of each part of the microscope
Evaluate tests results and demonstrate an understanding of normal and abnormal ranges
Discuss the procedure and importance of recording of lab results in patient’s chart
Determine follow-up procedures for lab results (panic values, etc.)
Discuss the procedures for risk management such as material safety data sheets (MSDS), biohazard labeling and appropriate storage of chemicals
Determine follow-up procedures for lab results (panic values, etc.)
Perform proper technique when operating medical equipment for CLIA waived diagnostic testing, ECGs, and spirometry in a medical office