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G C Hamilton

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Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents on off-service rotations: traumatology, Part 2.

This is the 31st article in a continuing series of objectives to direct emergency medicine resident experiences on off-service rotations. Neck and torso trauma accounts for a large portion of injuries, and its management is an essential part of training in emergency medicine. Due to the often life-threatening presentations of trauma victims, resident instruction may be conducted at the bedside in difficult and demanding situations. Therefore, it is essential for residents to have specific goals and objectives to guide their acquisition of knowledge required to make critical decisions for patients with major trauma.

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Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents of off-service rotations: toxicology.

Toxicology is an integral component in the training of the emergency physician. This is the 27th article in a continuing series of goals and objectives. The article provides basic guidelines for the organization of the toxicology elective with specific goals and objectives and a list of the contents of the toxicology briefcase. This information should aid in providing a comprehensive experience in toxicology for emergency medicine residents.

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Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents on off-service rotation in cardiology, Part 2.

This article is the second of two parts outlining the objectives for a resident rotation in cardiology. Cardiology is offered as an off service rotation or an elective at some emergency medicine residency training programs. An organized core curriculum may provide a structured learning environment to help ensure that certain principles and objectives important to the practice of emergency medicine are learned. We have developed a written core curriculum containing a subject content list, learning objectives, and references for emergency medicine residents on cardiology services. This is a continuation of a series of objectives for off-service rotations for emergency medicine residents.

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Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents on off-service rotations: internal medicine III.

Internal medicine is an essential but diverse field. This is the third in a three-part set of objectives for an off-service rotation in general internal medicine for emergency medicine residents. This series may be used to guide the resident during the rotation or to serve as part of a teaching program integrated with didactic training and emergency department experience.

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Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents on off-service rotations: traumatology, Part 3.

This is the thirty-second article in a continuing series of objectives to direct emergency medicine resident experiences on off-service rotations. Instruction during rotations in traumatology may be conducted at the bedside in difficult and demanding clinical settings. Yet, residents must not only obtain an essential fund of knowledge, but also become comfortable with a variety of life-saving and diagnostic procedures. It is essential for residents to have specific goals and objectives to guide their acquisition of knowledge and skills required to manage major trauma effectively.

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Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents on off-service rotations: surgery, Part 1.

This is the 34th article in a continuing series of objectives to direct emergency medicine resident experiences on off-service rotations. Abdominal and gastrointestinal complaints are common problems in the emergency department and often lead to consultation with a surgeon. Because an understanding of the principles of surgical diagnosis and treatment is an essential component of the practice of emergency medicine, residents rotating on surgical services require specific goals and objectives to emphasize early patient assessment, identification of the possible need for surgery, and a basic understanding of definitive management.

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Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents on off-service rotations: Surgery, part 2.

This is the 35th article in a continuing series of objectives to direct emergency medicine resident experiences on off-service rotations. Vascular and urological complaints are common problems in the emergency department and often lead to consultation with a surgeon. Because an understanding of the principles of surgical diagnosis and treatment is an essential component of the practice of emergency medicine, emergency medicine residents rotating on surgical services require specific goals and objectives to emphasize early patient assessment, identification of the possible need for surgery, and a basic understanding of definitive management. Unique aspects of pediatric surgery are also addressed in this segment.

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Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents on off-service rotations: surgery, Part 3.

This is the 36th and final article in a series of objectives to direct emergency medicine resident experiences on off-service rotations. An understanding of the principles of surgical diagnosis and treatment is an essential component of the practice of emergency medicine. Emergency medicine residents rotating on surgical services require specific objectives to maximize their learning potential, emphasize early patient assessment, identify the possible need for surgery, and gain a basic understanding of definitive management. This article approaches surgical problems from the presenting complaint. It concludes with procedures not covered in the goals and objectives for traumatology.

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Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine residents on off-service rotations: psychiatry.

Objectives for Emergency Medicine residents on a Psychiatry rotation is the 33rd article in this continuing series of off-service objectives. Psychiatric presentations, including substance abuse and violent behavior, are ubiquitous in the emergency department. In addition, psychological issues influence every aspect of clinical care. A psychiatry rotation can be valuable in emergency medicine training. This experience can be enhanced by clearly defined learning objectives in clinical psychiatry.

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