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Feb 05, 2025
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PHA 119 - Diagnostic Modalities
Fall
This course encompasses diagnostic imaging modalities, clinical
laboratory medicine and basic clinical procedural skills. The student
learns basic clinical laboratory determinations and values and their
correlation with normal and disease states. Practical sessions are
given in urinalysis, hematology and microbiology. The student is
introduced to various imaging modalities and their role in clinical
medicine. An emphasis on conventional radiography with discussion of
ultrasound, computerized axial tomography, magnetic resonance imaging
and nuclear medicine. Practical sessions in sterile technique,
phlebotomy, intravenous catheterization, insertion of nasogastric
catheters, urinary catheterization and injections.
Prerequisites & Notes
Open only to students enrolled in the professional phase of the Physician Assistant
Program. No liberal arts credit.
Credits: 2 s.h.
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