Modules
Introduction – What is the Diagnostic Challenges (DC)?
This module introduces the Diagnostic Challenge (DC), providing an overview of its purpose and an overall timeline of events throughout the first and second years. It serves as an initial guide for students to understand the scope and structure of the program.
References:
- DC Master Timeline (PDF)
- Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
Diagnostic Challenge Orientation Module
This module offers a comprehensive overview of the Diagnostic Challenge (DC) program, detailing expectations and daily activities. It is designed to prepare students with in-depth information on what to expect each day and how to prepare effectively.
References:
- DC Forms & Prices (website)
- The Academic SOAP – A Beginner’s Guide: to Help You Get Started (PDF)
- Grand Rounds Website (Website)
Create-A-Case Assignment Module:
This module provides information on the Create-a-Case assignment given before the start of your 2nd year. You’ll be assigned one GI and one Liver Disease with species and are expected to develop a detailed case including a clinical scenario, lesions, pathogenesis, a Master Problem List (MPL), and pathophysiology. You’ll also complete a Discussant Worksheet and present your case in a lab session.
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Oral Case Presentations:
This module provides an overview of the importance of oral presentations in veterinary medicine, outlining their role in effective communication and clinical reasoning. It includes a content list and details the expectations for delivering a successful oral case presentation.
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References:
- Case Presentation Worksheet – Fillable (PDF)
- Assessment of Stress Associated with an Oral Public Speech in Veterinary Students (Article)
- Example Videos:
The Problem Oriented Medical Record (POMR):
This module focuses on the concepts of Problem-Oriented Medical Records (POMRs), emphasizing the importance of maintaining clear, complete, and organized medical records. It highlights the expectations for medical records in the VTH at WSU, ensuring they accurately reflect your thought processes and provide a reliable legal record of the case.
References:
- POMR Website
- Academic SOAP Worksheet (Doc)
- The Academic SOAP – A Beginner’s Guide: to Help You Get Started (PDF)
- POMR Rubric (Doc)
- Medical Records that Guide & Teach (article)
Let’s Start SOAPing:
Preventing & Resolving Conflicts in Groups
This module provide tools and resources for preventing or resolving conflict in groups. The modules topics include: conflict resolution styles, confronting conflicts, crucial conversations, and Mediating conversations.
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Providing Feedback and Debriefing
This module is split into two parts: 1. Providing effective student feedback and utilizing proficient techniques; 2. Approaches for conducting productive debriefing sessions.
References:
- Pocket Cards: Feedback Tips & Feedback Flow Chart
- Podcast: The truth about honesty
- Giving and Receiving Effective Feedback (Article)
- Twelve tips for giving feedback effectively in the clinical environment (Article)
- Debriefing 101 (Article)
- Difficult debriefing situations (Article)