PAS - 533 Clinical Diagnostic Reasoning

This course will introduce students to critical thinking skills essential to patient care and evaluation. Evidence-based practice will be introduced and techniques for identifying the best evidence for clinical decision-making will be explored. Using case study analysis, clinical reasoning and decision-making in medical practice, patient assessment, management, care plan development and health promotion/counseling as part of patient management will be discussed. Techniques for correct oral presentation of patient data to a supervising physician will also be covered. Credit Hours: (2)