PA 642 - Clinical History and Physical Diagnosis with Lab II

Institution:

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

This course builds on skills learned in Clinical History and Physical Diagnosis I, continuing to focus on relevant history and physical examination skills needed to pragmatically approach and diagnose diseases and disorders. The lecture component focuses on approaching and diagnosing diseases and disorders in relation to the neurological, psychosocial/psychiatric, endocrine, gastrointestinal, genitourinary and reproductive body systems. The lab component includes the continuation of obtaining and performing a history and physical examination based upon patient complaint and presentation, as well as differential diagnosis. Documentation on problem-oriented SOAP (subjective, objective, assessment, plan) notes, pre-and post-operative encounters, hospital orders, consultations, progress notes and discharge summaries will be learned. Proper use of diagnostic equipment and techniques for performing a physical examination will be learned. Students will also cover Basic Life Support (BLS) to obtain their (re)certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.sru.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 738-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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