Expected Student Learning Outcomes, Pace University Lenox Hill Hospital Physician Assistant Program

• Elicit a complete or directed patient history.
• Perform a complete or directed physical examination.
• Recognize “normal” vs. abnormal findings on the history and physical examination.
• Develop appropriate differential diagnoses, problem lists, and management plans.
• Accurately record and orally present findings in an organized manner.
• Perform, request, and/or interpret routine laboratory or diagnostic tests/studies.
• Initiate treatment for common problems encountered in patient care including the writing of medical orders and prescriptions.
• Perform routine therapeutic procedures, e.g. suturing and casting, and assist in surgical procedures.
• Provide appropriate health education and counseling for patients.
• Perform independent evaluation and therapeutic procedures in response to life-threatening situations.
• Recognize the indications for patient/family referral and initiate such referrals.
• Recognize the value of consultation with colleagues, physicians, and other health professionals.
• Recognize the contribution of other health care professionals to the delivery of patient care and work effectively with them towards meeting patient care objectives in a variety of settings.
• Maintain current knowledge of community health facilities, agencies, and resources.
• Maintain and apply a critical, current operational knowledge of new medical information.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to issues of diversity which impact on the delivery of patient care.
• Practice in a manner consistent with the highest standards of ethical and professional behavior