MPA 532 - Physical Assessment and Procedures II

3.00 credits.

This course is a lecture and laboratory course designed to explore further the physical examination, procedural and basic point of care skills. The students will continue their comprehensive physical examination and problem focused collection based on patient presentation and add in more diverse populations across the life span. They will also be introduced to more complex assessment tools such as electrocardiograms, xray, pulmonary function testing, ultrasound, etc. Hours: lecture 1.5, laboratory 4.5). *Prerequisite(s): MPA 531. Summer term.