PA 521 Principles of Physical Diagnosis II
Physical Diagnosis II is the second course in a three-part series and 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 include interviewing techniques, proper use of equipment, history taking, note writing, performing examinations, and correlating signs and symptoms with disease processes. Topics covered in this section include the heart, the peripheral vascular system, the abdomen, the male genitalia, anus, rectum, prostate, and patient write-up. During this course, the student will also perform clinical skills check-offs.