PA 640 - Clinical History and Physical Diagnosis with Lab I

Institution:

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

This course teaches the foundational knowledge required to systematically obtain an accurate patient history and perform a comprehensive physical examination, setting the course for best-practice clinical approaches. The lecture component focuses on approaching and diagnosing diseases and disorders in relation to otolaryngology, ophthalmology, integumentary and musculoskeletal body systems. The lab component introduces the student to obtaining and performing a history and physical examination based upon patient complaint and presentation, as well as differential diagnosis. Proper use of diagnostic equipment and techniques for performing a physical examination will be learned.

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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