To introduce the student to the fundamental skills necessary to conduct a structured patient interview and a focused physical exam. To help the student develop skills in oral case presentations and case study discussions. The clinical skills assessed are listed in the objectives of each module. Grading in the Clinical Skills course is largely competency-based, meaning that students must demonstrate competency in all of the required course exercises. Unsatisfactory evaluations in any component of the course result in a PR or F grade.
Attendance is required at all course sessions .
A. History and physical examination skills will be assessed for each activity based upon participation and satisfactory completion of the exercise and may include a written assignment. In the case of unavoidable absence from a class session, the student is to notify the instructor and course coordinator in advance. Remediation of absences may involve additional academic work, such as the preparation of a paper. The opportunity for Remediation of three or more absences is not automatic, and is offered only at the discretion of the Course Coordinator. Student performance in laboratory-based clinical skills will be graded by participating faculty as either Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.