PAC 10 - Health History and Physical Examination II

Institution:

St. Francis College

Subject:

Description:

Builds on the knowledge gained in HHPE I to refine and expand the skills necessary for obtaining health histories, performing physical examinations, and recording findings. The focus is on complex and specialized elements of the medical and psychosocial history and specialized aspects of the physical examination. History-taking topics include interviewing skills for special situations, issues in non-verbal communication, and ascertaining psychosocial components of medical complaints. Additionally, the student learns to rationally organize physical examinations, perform problem-based focused histories and physical examinations, and develop differential diagnoses and properly document. Emphasis is on problem solving, including assessments and management plans. Students attend hospital practica to demonstrate their interviewing and physical examination skills. Spring semester

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sfc.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 522-2300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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