MPAS 5302 Fundamentals of Behavioral Science

3 SCH. This course presents common psychosocial conditions encountered in primary care practice. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Also covered is the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and opportunities for prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations. Letter Grade