Medex Consolidated Objective Page
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WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER
Anatomy:
Adult Medicine:
Venous Disease of the Lower Extremity
ENT (Nose and Throat Problems, Vertigo)
Oral Cavity, Pharynx, Salivary Glands, & Larynx
Gastrointestinal I (Esophagus to Anus, GI Labs)
Gastroduodenal Disorders: Peptic Ulcer Disease, Gastritis, and Gastric Cancer
Intestinal Tract Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases
Gastrointestinal II (Liver, Gall Bladder, and Pancreas)
Diagnostic Testing and Assessment of Renal Function
Fluid and Electrolyte Disorders
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
GYN/STD
Dysmenorrhea and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Non-Hormonal, Menopause, GYN Cancer Screening
Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Vaginitis
Hematology (Anemia) The big packet on Anemia we found prior to the end of Fall quarter deals with this class.
Anemia Due to Decreased Production of RBC's
Anemia Due to Increased Destruction of RBC's
Hematologic Tests and the Classification of Anemia
Musculoskeletal (Rheumatology)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Basic Clinical Skills:
Complete Medical History and Basic Screening Exam
Basic Science in Clinical Medicine:
Behavioral Science:
Emergency Medicine:
Arrhythmias and Vascular Emergencies
Cardiac Chest Pain and Acute Coronary Syndromes Approaches
Ear, Common Disorders of the External, Middle, and Inner
Nasal Emergencies and Sinusitis
GI Emergencies I: The Acute Abdomen
Cholecystitis and Biliary Colic
Ileitis, Colitis, and Diverticulitis
Pancreatitis, Acute and Chronic
Peptic Ulcer Disease and Gastritis
GI Emergencies II: Abdominal Trauma
Initial Trauma Assessment and Management Chest Trauma
Initial Trauma Management, Trauma in Pregnancy
Orthopedics
Disorders of the Upper Extremity
Disorders of the Lower Extremity
Behavioral Disorders: Emergency Assessment & Stabilization
Violence In The Emergency Department
Maternal-Child Health:
Child Physical and Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Congenital Anomalies, Children with Disabilities, Cardiac Disease
Neonatal Infections (Sepsis)
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
Orthopedic problems, Localized
Pregnancy
Second and Third Trimester of Pregnancy
Common Complications of Pregnancy
Intrapartum Care: Labor and Birth
Respiratory Problems in Children
Medical Terminology:
Pathology:
Heme Path, Part 1: RBC’s & Coagulopathies
Heme Path, Part 2: Leukemias & Lymphomas
Principles of Patient Management:
Principles of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy
Inhibitors of Bacterial Cell Wall Synthesis
Inhibitors of Bacterial Protein Synthesis
Miscellaneous Antibacterial Drugs
Anti Coagulent and Thrombolytic Drugs
Antihistamines and Cold Preparations
Diet Suppliments and Herbal Medications
Insulin and Oral Hypoglycemics
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Antidepressant Drugs and Lithium
Sedative-Hypnotic and Anxiolytic Drugs
Hormonal replacement therapy (HRT)
Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation
Technical Skills:
Abdominal X-Ray Interpretation
Chest Radiography Interpretation
Dental Coating/Prophylaxis Workshop
Gram Stain & Sputum Cultures Interpretation
IV Access & Endotracheal Intubation Workshop
Microscopy, Peripheral Blood Smear, KOH and Wet Preps
Orthopedic Radiographs Interpretation
Pulmonary Function Testing Workshop
Splinting and Casting Workshop
Updated 7 Dec 2003