ACS 625 - Physical Exam Skills

2 Credit(s)

Prerequisites: ACS 612 (can take Clinical Dx 1 & 2 in either order).
This course helps students develop the skills necessary to conduct screening physical exams and specialty exams useful in the ambulatory practice. The student will learn the appropriate exam and physical diagnostic procedures that correspond with the patient’s chief complaint and medical history. Clinical decision making and identification of clinical red flags are emphasized. Physical examination skills; Cardio, Chest/Pulmonary, Abdomen/GI, Neuro, General screening exam, physical exam of the spine, physical exam of the major joints (shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, foot).