Graduate Catalog

PA 572 Developmental Medicine III

Introduction to basic knowledge of obstetrics and gynecology, including life cyclechanges, pregnancy, and delivery. Pediatric medicine will cover stages of physicaland social development and the importance of immunizations. Geriatric medicine will introduce changes associated with aging, considering physical, social, and emotional impact. A basic understanding of the dimensions of human sexuality will be provided including historical and cross-cultural perspectives of sexuality, developmental sexuality, and social issues. Introduction to psychiatry in the primary care 230 setting, including recognition, diagnosis, treatment, and referral of patients with behavior and mental disorders. Normally offered in Spring semester only.

Credits

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