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Class of 2023
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Course Title:
6750 - The Patient: Acute or Episodic Health Problems
Teaching Hours:
Teaching and Learning MethodsTotal Scheduled Hours = 223
Lecture = 152
Tutorial = 14.5
Case-Based Instruction/Learning = 3
Laboratory = 36.5
Demonstration = 6.5
Independent Learning = 4
Discussion, Small Group (<12) = 1
Simulation = 0.5
Problem Based Learning = 4
Discussion, Large Group (>12) = 1

Description:
Has students build on their knowledge of the normal structure and function of the body and analyzing disruptions in health by exploring the pathophysiology of illnesses, their risk factors and risk prevention strategies.
Keywords:
Assessment Methods
Exam - Institutionally Developed, Written/ Computer-based
Presentation
Self-Assessment (Reflection)

Course Goals
Blueprint ID Course Goals
7416 Integrate basic and clinical sciences as they relate to common clinical encounters and patient symptoms
Program Competencies: me-6
7417 Identify health care resources available for the investigation, treatment and management of the patient
Program Competencies: me-3 me-4 me-5 me-6 cm-2
7418 Identify risk factors for illness and disease prevention
Program Competencies: ha-1 ha-2
7419 Demonstrate effective collaboration with peers in group learning sessions
Program Competencies: co-1 co-2
7421 Identify occupational risk factors that can impact the patient’s health and the ability to return to work
Program Competencies: sc-2 pr-1
9891 Develop a plan for personal continued education to achieve session objectives
Program Competencies: ld-1 sc-1 sc-2
Program Competencies
me-6 Medical Expert
Apply knowledge of the clinical, socio-behavioural, and fundamental biomedical sciences relevant to a clinical problem.
me-3 Medical Expert
Formulate an initial plan of appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures relevant to the patient’s presentation.
me-4 Medical Expert
Develop a differential diagnosis and key clinical problem list following assessment of a patient.
me-5 Medical Expert
Develop a management plan for key clinical problems following assessment of a patient.
cm-2 Communicator
Collect and synthesize accurate and relevant information, incorporating perspectives from patients and their families, colleagues and other health care professionals.
ha-1 Health Advocate
Identify the important determinants of health, risk factors for illness, interaction between the population and their physical, biological and social environment, and personal attributes.
ha-2 Health Advocate
Identify public policies and trends that affect health locally, nationally, and globally, and barriers to access for populations, including persons with disabilities, the underserved and the marginalized.
co-1 Collaborator
Demonstrate effective collaboration skills within the health care system.
co-2 Collaborator
Demonstrate effective consultation with other health care professionals to provide care for individuals, communities, and populations.
sc-2 Scholar
Apply the principles of research, critical appraisal and evidence-based medicine to learning and practice.
pr-1 Professional
Demonstrate accountability to patients by applying best practices and adhering to high ethical standards.
ld-1 Leader
Identify strategies to effectively manage practice and career.
sc-1 Scholar
Develop a plan for personal continued education.

Sections/Sessions
4. Blood Flow and Oxygenation
5. Cough and Dyspnea
6. Abdominal Pain and Jaundice
7. Joint Pain
8. Headaches, Dizziness, and Vertigo