PA 521 Principles of Physical Diagnosis II
This is the second course in a three-part series that is designed to further acquaint Physician Assistant students with current methods used in evaluating and diagnosing medical conditions in the general population. It presents information in a lecture format, which is followed by a guided practical lab, a practice session, and then testing of the material covered. Methods utilized will include interviewing techniques, proper use of equipment, history taking, note writing, performing examinations, and correlating signs and symptoms with disease processes. Systems covered in this section include the chest, heart, peripheral vascular system, the abdomen, the male genitalia. During this course, students will also perform OSCEs (Objective Structures Clinical Exam). Upon completion of this course, students should be able to present the information obtained in the proper written and oral format and be able to perform the appropriate examination.