Pharmacology - Day-by-Day Activities

Day 1 - Introduction to Pharmacology

- Overview of pharmacology in medical assisting

- Drug classifications and common examples

- Routes of administration

- Safety in handling medications

Day 2 - Dosage Calculations

- Units of measurement and conversions

- Dosage formula review

- Practice problems for oral and injectable meds

- Accuracy and double-checking steps

Day 3 - Medication Administration

- Review of injection types and oral administration

- Role-play medication administration scenarios

- Safety checks: Right patient, drug, dose, route, time

Day 4 - Documentation & Side

Effects

- Recording medications in patient charts

- Recognizing common side effects

- Patient education and counseling

- Emergency responses for adverse reactions

Day 5 - Review & Quiz

- Review of key pharmacology concepts

- Group Q&A session

- Short quiz on drug classifications,

calculations, and safety.

Feedback and clarification of difficult topics