ATR 512 - Clinical Assessment II

1. Perform a comprehensive examination of the upper extremity, head, neck, spine and thorax while integrating critical judgment, problem-solving, clinical reasoning, and the best available evidence to formulate a clinical assessment and treatment plan.
2. Identify the necessary and appropriate diagnostic tests, and integrate the results into a clinical judgment.
3. Incorporate patient education and self-care programs to engage patients and their families and friends to participate in their care and recovery.
4. Assess and reassess a patient's status on an ongoing basis while integrating appropriate outcome measures, and adjust care accordingly with consideration of patient goals.
5. Integrate the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) in describing a patient's status.
6. Integrate contemporary documentation techniques to communicate with patients, medical professionals, insurers, and other relevant stakeholders.