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Class of 2017
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Course Title:
7710 - The Patient: Chronic Conditions
Teaching Hours:
Teaching and Learning MethodsTotal Scheduled Hours = 379
Lecture = 278
Discussion, Small Group (<12) = 21
Discussion, Large Group (>12) = 21.5
Independent Learning = 4
Tutorial = 37.5
Case-Based Instruction/Learning = 2.5
Problem Based Learning = 7
Laboratory = 3
Demonstration = 4.5

Description:
Has students apply knowledge of reversible or modifiable health problems to chronic conditions for diagnosis and management of the patient.
Keywords:
Assessment Methods
Exam - Institutionally Developed, Written/ Computer-based
Self-Assessment (Reflection)

Course Goals
Blueprint ID Course Goals
7425 Describe the pathophysiology of a variety of chronic illness
Program Competencies: me-6
7426 Identify a strategy for monitoring health problems over time
Program Competencies: me-4 me-5 cm-1 cm-2 cm-3 cm-4 cm-5 cm-6 co-1 co-2 co-3 co-4 ld-3 ha-1
7427 Identify the ongoing supports needed by patients with chronic disease
Program Competencies: me-4 me-5 cm-2 cm-4 cm-5 cm-6 co-1 co-2 co-3 co-4 ha-1 ha-2 ha-3
7443 Develop a patient care plan in cooperation with other health care providers
Program Competencies: cm-4 cm-5 co-1 co-2 co-3 co-4
7452 Identify available health care resources in the investigation, treatment and ongoing management of the patient
Program Competencies: me-4 me-5 co-2 ld-2 ld-3 ha-3
7460 Analyze the risk versus benefits of alternative therapies for chronic diseases
Program Competencies: me-4 me-5 cm-1 cm-2 cm-5 cm-6 co-1 co-4 ld-2 sc-2 pr-1
7461 Discuss advocating for specific resources for the individual versus the community
Program Competencies: me-4 me-5 cm-5 co-2 co-4 ld-2 ld-3 ha-1 ha-2 ha-3
9893 Identify and diagnose key clinical problems
Program Competencies: me-1 me-2 me-3 me-4 me-5 me-6
9894 Identify self-learning needs specific to chronic conditions and develop associated learning plans
Program Competencies: 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-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-1 Communicator
Develop and maintain appropriate ethical and therapeutic relationships, rapport and trust with patients and their families.
cm-2 Communicator
Collect and synthesize accurate and relevant information, incorporating perspectives from patients and their families, colleagues and other health care professionals.
cm-3 Communicator
Discuss relevant health care information and management plans with patients and their families.
cm-4 Communicator
Develop a shared plan of care with patients, their families, and other health care professionals.
cm-5 Communicator
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication of information associated with a medical encounter.
cm-6 Communicator
Discuss effective strategies for communicating with third parties other than health care professionals.
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.
co-3 Collaborator
Demonstrate respect for health care team members without bias (e.g., bias related to gender, ethnicity, cultural background or health care role).
co-4 Collaborator
Demonstrate effective strategies to promote understanding, manage differences and resolve conflicts through negotiation and collaboration.
ld-3 Leader
Describe the roles and responsibilities of physicians and governing bodies in the development and support of the health care system.
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.
ha-3 Health Advocate
Assess and respond to issues in the Canadian health care system and advocate for patients at all levels.
ld-2 Leader
Apply evidence and management processes to effectively allocate health care resources.
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.
me-1 Medical Expert
Perform a complete and accurate patient-centred history appropriate to the patient’s presentation.
me-2 Medical Expert
Perform a complete and accurate physical examination appropriate to the patient’s presentation.
me-3 Medical Expert
Formulate an initial plan of appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures relevant to the patient’s presentation.
sc-1 Scholar
Develop a plan for personal continued education.

Sections/Sessions
Block 1: The Patient - Chronic Conditions
Block 2: The Patient - Chronic Conditions
Block 3: The Patient - Chronic Conditions
Block 4: The Patient - Chronic Conditions
Block 5: The Patient - Chronic Conditions
Block 6: The Patient - Chronic Conditions
Block 7: The Patient - Chronic Conditions
Phase 3 Integrated Learning Sessions