MAT 6130 - General Medical Assessment and Referral

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

Study of general medical conditions and disabilities commonly seen by certified athletic trainers. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: CLO 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the key principles of general medical assessment and the importance of timely referrals for appropriate medical care. CLO 2. Interpret the significance of effective communication in the context of general medical assessment and identify various stakeholders with whom healthcare professionals must communicate for referrals. CLO 3. Apply evidence-based medical assessment techniques to evaluate a patient's medical condition and determine the necessity for a referral to a specialist. CLO 4. Analyze the principles of medical informatics and their role in the administration and delivery of healthcare, including the use of data for informed decision-making. CLO 5. Develop a comprehensive care plan for patients, integrating medical assessments, referral considerations, and a plan for ongoing monitoring and follow-up. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech Professional Master's in Athletic Training program. FA

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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