Bridge to Practice

Catalog description

In this course, the student will complete a summative evaluation. This evaluation will be comprised of the following: a written comprehensive examination, an oral skills clinical examination (OSCE) and a team based OSCE in the simulation laboratory. During the individual and team based OSCEs, the student will demonstrate the ability to competently communicate with patients, family members, and healthcare team members. The student will evaluate patients, create a differential diagnosis, perform indicated clinical procedures, and clinically manage the patient's care. The student will demonstrate the ability to confidently and competently work with patients while exhibiting cultural sensitivity.