Nov 22, 2024  
2018-2019 Springfield College Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Springfield College Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ATRN 228 - Orthopedic Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis II


Course emphasis is on clinical examination processes and techniques needed to develop well supported, appropriate clinical diagnosis of commom orthopedic injuries/conditions of the shoulder complex, arm, elbow, forearm, wrist and hand.  Basic principles of diagnostic imaging and testing and their role in the diagnostic process will also be covered.  Course content continues to incorporate and develop key evidence based practice principles, the concept of differential diagnosis, clinical reasoning and medical documentation.  Course content will be explored through assigned readings, group discussion, lectures, case studies, application activities and hands-on laboratory experiences.

Prerequisites & Notes
ATRN majors

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ATRN 227 - Orthopedic Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis I   



Credits: 3