Critical Care Selective - CCSL Trauma

Catalog description

The student will learn the care of surgical patients who have experienced blunt and penetrating traumas. Student will be assigned to the trauma service and work with a critical care resident. Student will develop trauma evaluation skills by participating in trauma patient work-ups in the emergency room. Student will assist in surgery and participate in hospital rounds for trauma patients in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit. Student will also develop diagnostic skills in the ambulatory care setting and attend surgical conferences. Prerequisite: Senior standing.