Communication in Medicine
1600-Lek21KOMM-NJ
The aim of the course is to provide students with knowledge about the obtaining of medical history, biomedical part as well as communication skills and techniques. Shaping and strengthening the patient-centered attitude. Learn how to effectively communicate information, including obtaining informed consent and the process of involving the patient in making health decisions.practical application of communication skills in simulated clinical scenarios.
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To provide the student with knowledge of medical communication, medical history taking, including a thorough discussion of the biomedical part and practical skills. Forming and reinforcing a patient-centered attitude. Learning the skills to effectively communicate information including obtaining informed consent and the process of involving the patient in health decisions. Practical application of communication skills in simulated clinical scenarios.
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Total student workload
1. the workload associated with classes requiring direct participation of academic teachers is:
- participation in seminars: 8 hours
- participation in exercises: 8 hours
- conducting credit: 1 hour
The workload related to the activities that require direct participation of academic teachers is 17 hours, which corresponds to 0.68 ECTS credits.
2 Balance of student workload:
- participation in seminars: 8 hours
- participation in exercises: 8 hours
- preparation for exercises (including reading the indicated literature): 5 hours
- preparation for and passing of credits: 16 + 5 = 21 hours
The total student workload is 21 hours, which corresponds to 0.84 ECTS credits
3 The balance of workload related to the realization of learning outcomes in medical simulation conditions (group D):
- participation in exercises - 8 hours
The total workload related to the realization of learning outcomes in medical simulation conditions is 8 hours, which corresponds to 0.32 ECTS points;
4 The balance of workload associated with the realization of learning outcomes related to medical communication:
- participation in exercises: 8 hours
- participation in seminars: 8 hours
The total workload related to the realization of learning outcomes related to medical communication is 16 hours, which corresponds to 0.64 ECTS credits.
Learning outcomes - knowledge
Student knows and understand
lW1 psychosocial conditions for practicing the medical profession and the principles of health promotion, based on scientific evidence and accepted standards O.W4
W2 principles and methods of communication with the patient and his/her family, which are aimed at building empathic, trust-based relationships D.W5
W3 the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication in the process of communicating with the patient and the notion of trust in the interaction with the patient D.W6
W4 the role of the patient's family in the treatment process D.W10
W5 basic psychological mechanisms of human functioning in health and disease D.W9
Learning outcomes - skills
Student can:
U1 identify medical problems and prioritize medical management O.U1
U2 plan the diagnostic procedure and interpret its results O.U3 classroom observation
U3 inspire the learning process of others O.U6
U4 communicate with the patient and his family in an atmosphere of trust, taking into account the needs of the patient O.U7
U5 communicate and share knowledge with colleagues in a team O.U8 c
U6 take into account the subjective needs and expectations of the patient resulting from socio-cultural conditions in the process of therapeutic management D.U1
U7 build an atmosphere of trust throughout the entire diagnostic and treatment process D.U4
U8 talk to the adult patient, child and family using active listening and empathy techniques and talk to the patient about his or her life situation D.U5
U9 inform the patient about the purpose, course and possible risks of the proposed diagnostic or therapeutic measures, and obtain his or her informed consent to take these measures D.U6
U10 carry out a medical history with an adult patient
Learning outcomes - social competencies
Student is ready to:
K1 to establish and maintain deep and respectful contact with patients and to show understanding for differences in world views and cultures O.K1
K2 to be guided by the well-being of a patient O.K2
K3 perceive and recognize own limitations and self-assessing educational deficits and needs O.K5
K4 take actions towards the patient on the basis of ethical norms and principles, with an awareness of the social determinants and limitations of the disease O.K4
K5 implement the principles of professional camaraderie and cooperation in a team of specialists, including representatives of other medical professions, also in a multicultural and multinational environment O.K9 classroom observation
K6 assume responsibility for decisions taken in the course of their professional activities, including in terms of the safety of oneself and others
Teaching methods
Brainstorming, Exercise, Demonstration, Discussion, Teaching film, Simulation
Observation/demonstration teaching methods
- simulation (simulation games)
- staging
- drama
Expository teaching methods
- description
- participatory lecture
- narration
Exploratory teaching methods
- practical
- seminar
- observation
- experimental
- brainstorming
Online teaching methods
- games and simulations
- exchange and discussion methods
- cooperation-based methods
- evaluative methods
- methods referring to authentic or fictitious situations
- integrative methods
Type of course
compulsory course
Prerequisites
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
Getting familiar with the didactic materials and information prepared on the website of the unit
Course coordinators
Assessment criteria
classrom observation
written assignments
Bibliography
1 KOMUNIKOWANIE SIĘ LEKARZA I PACJENTA W MEDYCYNIE RODZINNEJ
red. A. Mastalerz-Migas, A.K. Jankowska, J. Barański
EDRA rok wydania 2021
2. Komunikacja medyczna dla studentów i lekarzy pod red. M. Nowiny-Konopki, W. Feleszki, Ł. Małeckiego. Medycyna Praktyczna. Kraków, 2018.
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Additional information
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