DMS1010 Methods of Patient Care
This course provides the student with basic concepts of patient care, including consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient and family. Emphasis is placed on obtaining vital signs and significance of abnormalities. Also included is an in-depth examination of patient history taking and information management. Routine and emergency patient care procedures will be discussed; as well as infection control procedures utilizing Universal Standard Precautions. Medical and professional ethics and medical law will be discussed. 2 Cr Hrs. Course Requirement(s): None.
Prerequisite
None