PHTH 555 - Differential Diagnosis

Institution:

University of Southern California

Subject:

Description:

Emphasizes information gathering from history taking, review of systems, and directed questioning combined with a focused examination to establish a working diagnosis. Uses a hypothetico-deduction strategy to minimize misdiagnosis and teach problem solving-helping students develop a working list of all possible causes of symptoms, including those from mechanical and visceral origins. Emphasizes clinical pattern recognition for both musculoskeletal and nonmusculoskeletal disorders. Teaches strategies to differentiate between musculoskeletal and nonmusculoskeletal disorders. Highlights knowledge and skills related to screening for medical pathology in patients with musculoskeletal complaints of the lumbar spine, pelvis, lower extremities, thoracic spine, shoulder girdle, and upper extremities.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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