Overview
Description
This second course in the Technical Skills Course series (PAS 611, 612 & 613) presents hands-on instruction in laboratory and diagnostics interpretation and technical procedures based on current generalist PA practice.
Units
Lecture1
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Spring
Terms
spring
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate proper technique for IV placement, injection, and venipuncture.
- describe the physiologic basis for, interpret, and apply the results of renal function studies, urinalysis, and urine microscopy.
- describe the physiologic basis for, interpret, and apply the results of auto-antibody and inflammatory marker testing in the evaluation of autoimmune and inflammatory disease processes.
- describe the physiologic basis for and interpret cerebrospinal fluid analysis.
- outline the steps for, and perform, lumbar puncture on a task-trainer.
- outline the steps for, and perform, endotracheal intubation on a task-trainer.
- outline the steps for, and perform, a female breast and pelvic exam.
- outline the steps for, and perform, a male genitourinary and prostate exam.
- explain the indications for, and risks, benefits, and basic interpretation of CT, MRI, and ultrasound studies.
- demonstrate the proper application and removal of splints and casts to the upper and lower extremities.
- explain the various types of pulmonary function tests, and the physiologic basis, performance, interpretation, and application of each to patient care.
- conduct all skills with attention to patient safety, universal precautions, and prevention of medical error.
- demonstrate professionalism in interactions with faculty and peers.