University of Virginia Health System

Clerkship Specific Learning Objective

Level of Competence

Evaluation Methods

UVa

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1. Complete a comprehensive women's medical interview including menstrual hx, obstetrical hx, gynecologic hx, contraceptive hx, sexual hx -including sexual orientation and function, family hx,  & social hx.  Assess individual  for  unintended pregnancy, STI's, cervical pathology, breast malignancy, gynecologic malignancy and domestic violence.  Present this information in a well organized written or oral report.

Shows How

CL, G, Chart review

3,4,10

2. Demonstrates interpersonal skills that build trust by addressing contextual factors (ie. Culture, ethnicity, language. literacy, socioeconomic class, spirituality/religion, age, sexual orientation, disability)

Shows how

G

1,3,12

3. Perform accurate examinations in a sensitive manner, including: breast exam, abdominal exam, complete pelvic exam- including speculum & bimanual exam, recto-vaginal exam and communicate the relevant findings using accurate & concise medical terminology in written and oral reports.

Shows How

MCQ, Log, CL, G

3,5,10

4.  Perform basic Ob/Gyn related PE /Skills including an adequate Pap smear, obtain appropriate STI cultures, prepare and interpret wet prep, prepare and interpret rupture of membranes slide, handle these specimens appropriately to improve diagnostic accuracy and provide an explanation to patient regarding purpose and results of these tests.   Be able to perform basic prenatal exam.  Additionally be able to demonstrate basic knot tying and suturing skills.

Shows How, Knows How

G, Log, CL, MCQ

9,10,

11

5. Be able to identify an accurate problem list, generate an appropriate differential diagnosis and select most appropriate diagnostic tests to lead to effective management and treatment plans.

Shows How, Knows How

CL, Chart review, G

6,7,8,9

6. Be able to describe/demonstrate basic steps in labor and vaginal delivery process.

Knows

MCQ, G, CL

11

7. Demonstrate basic understanding of the following:

-Antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum Ob management

- Abnormal Obstetrics

-Contraception options

-Preconception counseling

-Interpretation & Management of Pap Smears

- Diagnosis & treatment of STI's

- W/U & evaluation of AUB & Amenorrhea

- Understanding the menstrual cycle

- Screening of Reproductive Cancers

- Diff diagnosis  & treatment  first trimester bleeding

- Ectopic Pregnancy

- HRT and Menopause

- Pelvic Pain

-Domestic Violence

-Evaluation of Infertility

- General Pelvic anatomy

-Women's Preventative Health Care thru Lifespan

Knows

MCQ, G, CL

2,7,9,

10,11