PAMS 6325 Patient Assessment and Counseling I

 This course teaches the fundamentals of medical history-taking, physical examination, and patient communication. Physical examination of the patient is approached using a systematic model. Primary skills include performing complete and focused physical examinations, recognizing normal and abnormal findings, developing a diagnostic and treatment plan, counseling patients, medical documentation, and oral presentations. This course also teaches patient-centered communication techniques in preparation of medical care for a diverse patient population. This section of the course will focus on general survey and vital signs, integument system, thorax, lungs, cardiac system, peripheral vasculature, male genitalia, and rectal exams.

Credits

3

Distribution

Physician Assistant