Unit Code: MED601

Unit Name: Problem Based Learning III

Description: The MBBS 3 course is the third and last year of this tier one in the MBBS program. Similar to the first 2 years, it is based on the problem based learning (PBL) method. This course builds on, and consolidates the knowledge and skills base attained in the first two years (MED501 and MED502). Learning is through repetition of concepts with different applications of knowledge, clinical skills and professional attitude, which form the basis for the training of doctors. . As in the first and second years, the concepts of prevention of diseases, community medicine and the promotion of health and well-being are integrated.

Learning Target Outcomes: Upon successful completion of MED601, the student, in relation to the following problems: Meningitis, Cerebellar Tumour, Red/White Eye, Anaphylaxis/Asthma, Tuberculosis, Rheumatic Heart Disease, Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 And 2/Insipidus, Chronic Kidney Disease, Measles/Malaria, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Sexually Transmitted Infections and Cancer Breast/Cervix, is expected to: 1. Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the basic sciences (anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, microbiology, pathology) and public health, relating the concepts to the medical conditions above and sharing of this knowledge with colleagues and patients. 2. Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the natural history, clinical features and complications of the medical conditions above. 3. Demonstrate the use of a wide range of routine, some advanced and specialised effective communication skills in patient-centred care. 4. Perform history taking and physical examination systematically, compassionately and sensitively. 5. Synthesise the patient\'s clinical information to generate and rank appropriate differential diagnoses with reference to the above medical conditions. 6. Describe and interpret appropriate investigations and discuss procedures relevant to patient presentations. 7. Discuss appropriate patient management plans, relevant to the level of care, for the conditions mentioned above. 8. Recognise the relevance and reliability of medical information when using online information technology. 9. Recognise and improve one\'s own limitations in knowledge and skills through reflective processes. 10. Demonstrate a sustained commitment, initiative and autonomy to remain current in relevant aspects of medical practice through self-directed and peer learning. 11. Use feedback to improve professional performance and ethical practice. 12. Practise principles of ethics, confidentiality, integrity, and personal accountability to the patient and profession by adhering to the legislation related to the health profession. 13. Demonstrate compassion, respect, empathy and sensitivity to individuals from different social and personal backgrounds.

Prerequisite: MED502

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 120

Offered In: Semester 1,2