AH 22 - Healthcare Calculations

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

MTH 20 or designated placement.

Course Description: Teaches the calculations involved in the preparation and administration of pharmacological products. Topics include reading a prescription, converting measurements through dimensional analysis, dosage calculations and conversions, dilutions, concentrations, Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) milliliter-equivalents and industry related business math for Pharmacy Techs and Medical Assistants.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Read a prescription and define its meaning.
CLO#2: Identify and describe the components of dimensional analysis in unit conversion.
CLO#3: Use measurement techniques in various units to calculate proper medicine dosage.
CLO#4: Calculate accurate conversions, concentrations and dilutions. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy and Reasoning)
CLO#5: Identify and describe the components of the revenue cycle. Explain co-payments and calculate (AWP) insurance pricing.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Scientific calculator (TI-30), pencil, paper

ACTI Code and Course Type
351 Post-Secondary Remedial Math

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.