Trauma. 4 Credit Hours

Catalog description

Students will participate in the evaluation and management of Trauma Patients. They will perform the primary, secondary, and tertiary survey of trauma patient. They will document their history and physical exam findings in the medical record. They will participate in bedside procedures and operative procedures in trauma surgical patients. They will participate in the care of trauma patients in the Trauma follow up clinic. The will present cases, attend trauma morning report and weekly conferences, and take call as designated by the service. Prerequisites: Must have completed Core Surgery Clerkship First.