PA 644 - Clinical History and Physical Diagnosis with Lab III

Institution:

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

This course builds on skills learned in Clinical History and Physical Diagnosis I and II, 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 hematological, cardiovascular and pulmonary 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. Students will learn components of a well-person geriatric history and physical examination and well-child pediatric history and physical examination. Other topics covered in this course include challenges associated with diversity, and handling the difficult patient, preceptor, coworker, or supervisor. Students are required to become Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certified or recertified in anticipation of clerkships.

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

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Other

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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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