PAMS 6326 Patient Assessment and Counseling II

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 the abdominal exam, musculoskeletal exam, and eye exam.

Credits

3

Distribution

Physician Assistant