II. Educational Goals Objectives and Competencies

Patient Care

Medical Knowledge

Professionalism

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Practice-based Learning

Systems-based Practice

Provide comprehensive care of hospitalized geriatric patients

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Recognize differences in disease presentation in geriatric patients

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Develop medical interviewing and physical diagnosis skills in older adults

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Know how to formulate a differential diagnosis and appropriate plan of care in the presence of multi-morbidity

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Recognize and manage common geriatric syndromes

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Efficiently and effectively chart daily progress notes

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Effectively cross-cover patients for other team members

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Apply evidence-based, cost-effective strategies to diagnose and manage diseases in geriatric patients

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Work in a community hospital environment

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Manage medical problems over the phone when appropriate

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Utilize consultation services and diagnostic testing appropriately

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Participate in family meetings and develop effective communication skills

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Address end of life issues with patients and family members/surrogates

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Learn how to be an effective participant and team leader during interdisciplinary rounds

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Understand the importance of functional status assessment in the determination of the patient's appropriate level of care upon discharge

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Effectively transfer clinical information when patients transition from hospital to nursing home settings

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Understand the capabilities of medical care in the nursing home

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Understand the multiple factors involved in effective and successful discharge planning of geriatric patients

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