PAC 533 - Clinical Assessment III

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Physician Assistant

Description:

An overview of diagnostic studies commonly utilized in primary care and approach to their interpretation will be presented. Diagnostic radiography will continue through this course, with special consideration addressed for each clinical system being studied in CM III, as well as the orthopedic section of Emergency Medicine/Surgery. A large portion of this course is dedicated to the expansion of physical exam skills and clinical procedures. A variety of skills, such as male and female breast/genital/rectal examination, suturing and injections, splinting, phlebotomy, surgical scrub and sterile technique will be taught. ACLS instruction and certification is included.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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