PA 524 Patient Assessment & Counseling II with La

Builds on prior knowledge and skills obtained in earlier course.  Develops 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.  Continued learning about the medical record, oral presentations, writing and documentation skills for paper and electronic medical records (EMR) will be covered.  History taking and physical examination learning covers gastrointestinal. genitourinary, musculoskeletal, rheumatologic, and neurologic areas.  Course delivery methods for teaching and learning include lectures, small groups, simulation/encounters, and facilitated labs.