MEDA 168 - Healthcare Mathematics

4 Total Credits
In this course, you will review and strengthen your fundamental math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. You will practice calculating ratios, proportions, and percentages, as well as medication dosages using the metric system. By the end of the course, you will be more confident performing the calculations required for safe and accurate patient care.

Course Outcomes

Demonstrate knowledge of basic math computations.
Apply mathematical computations to solve equations.
Identify and define basic units of measurement in metric, apothecary and household systems.
Convert among measurement systems.
Identify both abbreviations and symbols used in calculating medication dosages.
Analyze charts, graphs and/or tables in the interpretation of healthcare results.
Communicate effectively with both peers and instructors.