RADA 306 - Patient Care & Assessment I

3 CR

Reinforces the use of the clinical thinking model to aid in patient assessment including interviewing skills and assessment techniques. Focus is on the application of anatomy and physiology knowledge to assist in patient assessment and management. Content includes specific assessment and examination procedures for the abdomen, thorax and lungs.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the program.

Course Outcomes

Explain the purpose of patient medical history
Identify the components of the patient comprehensive medical history
Demonstrate interviewing skills to obtain the patient medical history
Assess patient psychological responsiveness
Identify the techniques used in a general patient assessment and physical examination
Perform a complete patient assessment including physical examination
Explain adaptations for pediatric, geriatric and special needs populations in relation to patient assessment and physical examination
Analyze common lab tests and discuss the appropriate responses to abnormal values
Explain radiological procedures including risks, alternatives, and benefits using terminology a patient would understand
Describe common signs and symptoms found in an abdominal assessment and exam
Perform a complete abdominal assessment and exam
Describe common signs and symptoms found in a thorax and lung assessment and exam
Perform complete Thorax and Lung assessment and exam

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