- Docente: Benilde Cosmi
- Credits: 1
- SSD: MED/09
- Language: English
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: Single cycle degree programme (LMCU) in Medicine and Surgery (cod. 9210)
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from Nov 20, 2025 to Dec 11, 2025
Learning outcomes
Describe the basic elements of the physical examination and instrument-assisted evaluation, and recognize normal results.
Course contents
General approach to physical exam
- Observation and inspection
- Palpation
- Percussion
- Auscultation
Proper adjustment of patient attire during physical examination
Measuring vital signs
General symptoms and signs
Respiratory exam
- Inspection and palpation
- Percussion and auscultation
- Physical examination in lung diseases
Cardiac exam
- Inspection and palpation
- Auscultation
- Abnormal heart sounds
Readings/Bibliography
Bates' Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking 13th Edition
Teaching methods
Interactive lectures with support of slides and videos (Jove Platform).
Assessment methods
oral test
Office hours
See the website of Benilde Cosmi