Course ID
034285
Course Description
In both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings students will obtain and record a complete history, mental status and physical examination of their assigned patients. Students are expected to study the course of their patients and record their observations in daily progress notes. Students work closely with clinical staff in the diagnosis, specific treatment, ward management and discharge planning involving their patients. In addition, students are introduced to community and legal services for the chronically ill, the suicidal and the violent patient. The clerkship is a required course for all medical students.
Min Units
5
Max Units
10
Repeatable for Credit
Yes
Total Completions Allowed
99
Total Units Allowed
10
Grading Basis
CLK - Clerkship H,HP,P,F
Career
Medicine
Course Requisites
Successful completion of 1st & 2nd year of medical school.
May be convened with
Component
Clinical
Optional Component
No