Spring 2019 Course Syllabi

 Study Guide to Accompany Comprehensive Medical Assisting, Lindh et al, 6 th ed. (ISBN: 978-1-305-96485-3) – REQUIRED  Medical Dictionary of your choice – recommended  Bundle for the text and study guide (cost effective option at the DCB bookstore) (ISBN: 978-1-337-74015-9) Course Requirements :  The student is expected to read the assigned chapters, as well as any lecture notes and slides posted by the instructor.  The student is expected to participate and provide feedback on all discussion questions within the week they are assigned. This is not option and is a part of the grade for the course.  All discussions must be well thought out and contain relevant content, including responses to other students’ discussion threads.  Students are expected to behave in a professional manner. Inappropriate communication will not be tolerated.  The instructor reserves the right to give assignments that may not be listed in this syllabus. Tentative Course Outline : Week 1:  Chapter 25 – Obstetrics Week 2:  Chapter 25 – Obstetrics Continued Week 3:  Chapter 25 – Gynecology Week 4:  Chapter 25 – Gynecology Continued  Exam 1 (Ch. 25) Week 5:  Chapter 26 – Pediatrics Week 6:  Chapter 21 – Infection Control and Medical Asepsis (Immunizations)  Quiz 1 (Ch. 21, 26) Week 7:  Chapter 27 – Male Reproductive System Week 8:  Chapter 28 – Gerontology Week 9:  Midterm Exam (Ch. 25-28) Week 10:  Spring Break Week 11:  Chapter 29: Examinations and Procedures of Body Systems  Chapter 38 – Introduction to Medical Laboratory