PA 701 - From Theory to Practice I

Institution:

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

This course is designed to transition students from their academic experiences to clinical experiences to clinical practice. Topics will include issues students will encounter during clerkships, including patient safety principles, clinical setting communications, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), professionalism, quality improvement, prevention of medical errors, risk management and an in-depth discussion of program and professional requirements for progressing through the clinical year. Delivery of healthcare influences will be explored in how it relates to the practicing Physician Assistant. Healthcare legislation and policies will be examined for their impact on the national and local delivery of healthcare. Students will also review electronic medical records, billing, and coding that will be correlated with their clinical clerkship experience.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Other

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Additional Information:

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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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