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2019-2020 ATSU University Catalog 
    
2019-2020 ATSU University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MSPA 5170 - Clinical Skills IV


1 credit hour

The Clinical Skills series is a four course sequence which provides hands-on training for clinical procedures common in current professional practice. Using low instructor-student ratios and medium- and high-fidelity manikins, students will gain familiarity with a range of clinical procedures while developing their bedside manner and confidence. Team-based care principles will be taught through formative simulation experiences. All students will obtain ACLS certification during this course sequence.

The Clinical Skills series has been carefully organized to present material system by system to promote interaction of material from parallel courses in the curriculum, i.e. Clinical Medicine, History & Physical, and Body, Mind, Spirit.
 

Course content will be organized along the following broad themes:

  • Ultrasound of the lower abdomen and pelvis
  • Urinary catheters
  • Orientation to the surgical suite
  • Wound and Incision closure 
  • Office based surgical procedures
No Prerequisite(s) No Corequisite(s)