Clinical Reasoning-Student Behaviors

Published on Nov 22, 2015

List of observable student behaviors for assessment in the new Clinical Reasoning course at the UA College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ (2015-16). Prepared for the Clinical Reasoning Course Directors by Karen Spear Ellinwood, PhD, JD, Director, Faculty Instructional Development, Assistant Professor, Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson. Course Directors: Paul St. John, PhD, and Alice Min, MD

PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Guide

Expectations for Student Performance

Observable Behaviors

A Guide for Students & Facilitators

What should students be able to do after completing the Clinical Reasoning course?

1. Identify, collect and utilize pertinent facts of a clinical case

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2. Develop and prioritize hypotheses related to clinical diagnosis

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3. Provide constructive feedback to peers

4. Participate in group problem-solving process

5. Ask relevant questions and identify gaps in knowledge needed to solve the case

6. Use and properly cite high-quality sources for research

7. Reflect on his/her reasoning process and strategizes to improve it

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8. Act upon feedback from facilitator and peers

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9. Acknowledge differences of opinion and perspective among group members

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Course Directors

Paul St. John, PhD, & Alice Min, MD

Faculty Instructional Development

KC Spear Ellinwood, PhD, JD, Director
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