CP4543:Physical Examination & Diagnosis

Lecture hours: 4
Lab hours: 3
Hours: 105
Credit hours: 5.5

Description:

This course incorporates didactic presentation and practical application of the cognitive and psychomotor skills necessary for the competent and thorough history and physical examination of a patient using standard instrumentation and procedures. The course focuses on utilization of anatomy, physiology and pathology to arrive at proper diagnosis based on appropriate evidence and sound clinical judgment. The course covers HEENT and visceral organs of the chest and abdomen.

PREREQUISITES: GE, GU, Endocrine and Neurophysiology; Systems Pathology I
COREQUISITE: Systems Pathology II; Advanced Communication & History Taking

Course Syllabus