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Principles of Clinical Medicine I

PHA346

First in a three-part series using a systems approach to study the disease entities commonly encountered in ambulatory and hospitalized patients. Focus on understanding illness, with emphasis on the criteria for making a diagnosis (including an understanding of signs and symptoms), and developing and implementing the appropriate patient management plan. Analyses include normal and abnormal laboratory findings, when appropriate. Additional topics include issues related to the appropriate referral of patients. Exercises involving review and interpretation of current medical literature promote development of lifelong learning skills. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab) Fall Only.