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Physical Assessment for Pharmacists


Course Description

Basic principles and techniques of physical assessment performed by pharmacists.


Athena Title

Phys Assess Pharmacists


Corequisite

PHRM 4040


Semester Course Offered

Offered spring


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Course Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Discuss the components of a physical exam. 2. Discuss the significance of abnormal findings found during a physical exam. 3. Demonstrate proper techniques for performing a physical exam. 4. Perform appropriate components of a physical exam to monitor the efficacy and safety for a given medication.


Topical Outline

1. Course introduction; interviewer's questions; history and physical terminology 2. Vital signs 3. Mental status and cranial nerve exams 4. Skin, head, and neck 5. Eyes, ears, nose, and throat 6. Chest, heart, and lungs 7. Peripheral vascular system 8. Abdomen 9. Musculoskeletal system 10.Neurological system 11.Female and male genitalia 12.Putting it all together


Syllabus


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