Clinical Procedures OFFC 1045

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Apply basic infection control and medical/surgical asepsis techniques used in medical offices and examination rooms.
• Demonstrate asepsis handwashing techniques.
• Describe the differences between non-pathogens and pathogens.
• Outline the infection process cycle.
• List examples of medical waste and explain how to discard each waste.
• Describe various x-ray and diagnostic procedures.
• State the three components of a complete physical examination.
• Coordinate patient appointments with specialists.
• Describe each vital sign.
• Accurately measure each vital sign.
• Perform urine dips and pregnancy testing.
• Chart the results of urine and pregnancy tests.
• Perform eye examinations using the Snellen Chart.
• Assist with gynecological examinations.
• Assist with initial prenatal examinations.
• Set up the basic instruments and equipment used in a medical office.
• Prepare an examination room.
• Prepare patients for examinations and various clinical and diagnostic tests.
• Measure and record a patient's height, weight, and vital signs.
• Accurately chart and document patient data.
• State ways that patient confidentiality can be compromised.
• Order clinical, laboratory, and Pap supplies.
• Maintain medical/surgical instruments.
• Sterilize medical instruments and the wrapping and packaging.
• Operate and maintain an autoclave.
• Interpret the results of different sterilization indicators.
• Navigate websites to obtain information and print forms and requisitions for different laboratory and diagnostic tests and examinations.
• Prepare patients for various tests and examinations.
• Describe the role of Public Health regarding immunizations and other health issues.
• Describe the role WorkSafeBC plays for both patients and employees.
• Describe information that the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC provides.

Effective as of Fall 2018