AHEM124 — Clinical Procedures II
5 CR This course introduces laboratory practices, including specimen collection and processing, urinalysis, venipuncture, hematology, basic microbiology, and specialized laboratory tests. Topics cover relevant pathology, interpretation of normal and abnormal values, computations, charting, and the scope of practice. Clinical skills include EKG, allergy and asthma testing, spirometry, peak flow measurement, venipuncture, and CLIA-waived tests. Students will practice lab procedures within the context of assisting providers, following physician orders, and adhering to clinical protocols. Recommended: AHE 100 and AHEA 100 . Completion of AHEM 120 with a grade of C or better, or concurrent enrollment in AHEM 120 ; or permission of Program Chair. Course
Prerequisites: AHE110, AHE120, AHEM120