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Pediatric, Geriatric, Phlebotomy, and Cardiology Assisting

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Pediatric, Geriatric, Phlebotomy, and Cardiology Assisting

This course is part of Clinical Medical Assistant Fundamentals Specialization

Instructor: Jennifer Zabel

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Beginner level

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9 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

14 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Display the ability to adhere to infection control and environmental safety protocols
Understand responsibilities of teamwork and communication skills in healthcare
Discuss the responsibilities of the medical assistant in general, specialty, and surgical practices

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There are 3 modules in this course

The Pediatric, Geriatric, Phlebotomy and Cardiology Assisting course is designed to teach beginner-level students to deliver quality care across diverse patient populations and clinical specialties in 3 lessons.

In Lesson 1: Pediatric and Geriatric Care, students learn to address the unique physical, emotional, and developmental needs of pediatric and geriatric patients. Lesson 2: Phlebotomy, Blood Collection, and Urinalysis teaches hands-on experience in phlebotomy, including proper techniques for blood draws, specimen handling, and infection control. Students gain competency in performing urinalysis and understanding laboratory protocols to support accurate diagnostic testing. And, in Lesson 3: Cardiology Assisting and Electrocardiograph (ECG), students will build expertise in assisting with cardiovascular procedures, including preparing patients for electrocardiographs, operating ECG equipment, and identifying basic cardiac rhythms. By completing this course, students will be prepared to work in clinical settings, confidently supporting patients’ diverse healthcare needs and contributing to high-quality, specialized care.

Module details

In this module, students learn to address the unique physical, emotional, and developmental needs of pediatric and geriatric patients.

What's included

12 videos1 reading1 assignment5 plugins

12 videosTotal 60 minutes

Pediatric Clinical Insight Scenario and Questions2 minutes
Growth and Development8 minutes
Pediatric Diseases and Disorders 7 minutes
Immunizations5 minutes
The Pediatric Patient and Examination7 minutes
Role of the Medical Assistant in Pediatrics5 minutes
Pediatric Clinical Insight Summary and Follow up2 minutes
Geriatric Clinical Insight Scenario and Questions2 minutes
Geriatric Changes in Anatomy and Physiology Part 18 minutes
Geriatric Changes in Anatomy and Physiology Part 29 minutes
Role of the Medical Assistant in Geriatrics3 minutes
Geriatric Clinical Insight Summary and Follow up2 minutes

1 readingTotal 30 minutes

Course Introduction30 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Lesson 1 - Quiz30 minutes

5 pluginsTotal 75 minutes

Pediatric Growth Charts15 minutes
Interacting with the Pediatric Patient15 minutes
Aging and Health Promotion15 minutes
Effective Communication with Older Adults15 minutes
Durable Medical Equipment and Supply Orders15 minutes

This module teaches hands-on experience in phlebotomy, including proper techniques for blood draws, specimen handling, and infection control. Students gain competency in performing urinalysis and understanding laboratory protocols to support accurate diagnostic testing.

What's included

12 videos1 assignment4 plugins

12 videosTotal 55 minutes

Phlebotomy Clinical Insight Scenario and Questions2 minutes
Venipuncture Equipment and Order of Draw10 minutes
Performing Venipuncture9 minutes
Capillary Puncture5 minutes
Role of the Medical Assistant in Phlebotomy and Blood Collection3 minutes
Phlebotomy Clinical Insight Summary and Follow up2 minutes
Urinalysis Clinical Insight Scenario and Questions2 minutes
Collecting a Urine Specimen5 minutes
Routine Urinalysis8 minutes
Additional Testing on Urine4 minutes
Role of the Medical Assistant in Urine Testing2 minutes
Urinalysis Clinical Insight Summary and Follow up2 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Lesson 2 - Quiz30 minutes

4 pluginsTotal 60 minutes

Venipuncture with Vacuum Tube15 minutes
Capillary Puncture15 minutes
Measure Urinary Output15 minutes
Routine Urinalysis15 minutes

In this module, students will build expertise in assisting with cardiovascular procedures, including preparing patients for electrocardiographs, operating ECG equipment, and identifying basic cardiac rhythms.