Explore What It's Like to Be a Physician Assistant
Physician assistant (PA) students will lead participants through a brief case study on sprained ankles, a common injury, especially in young athletes. Starting with a patient checklist, participants progress through stations. The first involves learning the history-taking process for the presented patient and ordering an x-ray. At the second station, participants interpret x-ray results, gaining knowledge about their use and safety and basic foot/ankle anatomy. The third station covers essential care for a sprained ankle (RICE and taping). Additionally, participants gain insights into the PA's role in medicine, with prompts for basic medical questions related to a common injury.
Presented by:
- Katelin Bensman, Physician Assistant Student/ PA Medicine Student Society President, MSUCOM PA Medicine-, MSU
- Ellen Brooks, Physician Assistant Student/ PA Medicine Student Society President, MSUCOM PA Medicine- MSUCOM PA Medicine Student Society, MSU
Suggested for ages: Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above
Scientific Disciplines:
- Health and Human Services
Time and Location
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4/14/2024 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 1202