MA 105 — Pharmacology for Medical Assistants I (1 Credit)
Explores how drugs interact with the body, focusing on absorption, metabolism, and elimination. Develops skills to interpret drug labels, medication orders, and prevent errors while understanding side effects and proper dispensing strategies. Emphasizes anti-infective, respiratory, urinary, and musculoskeletal drugs, as well as skin medications, vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements. Prepares students to ensure safe and effective medication administration through patient education and best practices in healthcare.