Curriculum Objective
Objective
Clerkship Objectives
Relate the significance of the various component examinations: observation, auscultation, percussion, palpation as they apply to common abdominal pathologic processes. Examples: distention, visible peristalsis, high pitched or absent bowel sounds, tympany, mass, localized vs. generalized guarding and/or rebound tenderness.

Curriculum Block

Clerkship / Surgery Rotation
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Activities

Round Table Discussion

Tags

Basic Sciences
Diagnosis
CanMEDS Roles
Medical Expert
Curriculum Block
Clerkship Surgery Rotation
Discipline
Surgery
General MCC Objectives
Physical Examination
Level Of Competence
Knows - Clerkship
McMaster Program Competencies
1.3 Interpret laboratory data, imaging studies, and other tests required for the area of practice 2.3 Apply principles of clinical sciences to diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making, clinical problem-solving, and other aspects of evidence-based healthcare 1.6 Perform or assist with medical, diagnostic, and surgical procedures considered essential for the area of practice.
MeSH
Abdominal Pain [C23.888.646.100]
Objective Type
Core

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