PAS - 534 Diagnostic Methods II

A two-part course discussing the essentials of ordering, interpreting and performing clinical studies used in the screening, diagnosis, management and monitoring of human disease. Topics include clinical laboratory studies (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, molecular diagnostic techniques, histology, cytology, skin testing, sputum, and pleural fluid examination), blood gases, pulmonary function and stress testing, basic radiography and advanced imaging techniques (CT, MRI and PET/CT), sonography, the electrocardiogram, endoscopy techniques, nutritional assessment, and sleep laboratory . Advanced patient care monitoring techniques will be introduced to include EKG interpretation, oximetry, and hemodynamic monitoring, telemetry and the use of telemedicine techniques. Using diagnostic testing in disease assessment and management, including generation of the differential diagnosis, is included. Credit Hours: (2)