Patient Assessment & Counseling III with Lab

Catalog description

Builds on prior knowledge and skills obtained in earlier course. Formulates knowledge and skills required to obtain and document a complete medical history and physical examination. Observational and listening skills, appropriate equipment, proper techniques, and accurate medical documentation and terminology are practiced to document findings. In-depth learning continues about the medical record, oral presentations, writing and documentation skills for paper and electronic medical records (EMR) will be produced. All previously learned material is practiced at a high-level of thinking required for entry to clinical education while also incorporating telemedicine techniques. History taking and physical examination skills cover genitourinary, women's health, pediatrics, geriatric, palliative care, emergency medicine, and surgery.