Physical Diagnosis 183

Course overview

Hour 1 *Document the patient's history to include an accurate list of all herbal/dietary supplements and other medicinals they are taking and refer to their MD if there are any concerns that it will affect Chiropractic Care being considered. *Explain the concept of the use of simultaneous interventions to treat a single condition as it is relative to the patient history. Hour 2 *Discuss potential side effects of herbal/dietary supplement as components of history taking & physical exam procedures. *Refer to Medical Doctor if you feel any signs or symptoms are related to any side effects of anything the patient is taking. *Give examples of how herbal/dietary supplement use may impact the history taking, physical exam procedures, and treatment plan. Hour 3 *Describe pertinent patient medical history and physical examination procedures included in a comprehensive evaluation for conditions that may have been previously treated with surgical interventions. *Connect patient medical history and physical examination with evidence-based intervention/treatment plan of care to achieve best patient outcomes. Hour 4 *Identify evidence-based rehabilitation principles for patients whose history may include prior surgical intervention. *Explain specific rehabilitation programs for each case based on documented evaluation findings.