Preparing for Session 1

Global: UNE myLearn
Site: Rotation 1 2020 Simulated surgical experience
Book: Preparing for Session 1
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Date: Saturday, 18 May 2024, 2:54 PM

Specific learning objectives

Students should:

  1. List important differential diagnosis of a patient who has presented with intermittent claudication
  2. Identify the aetiology of peripheral vascular disease
  3. Gauge current health status of patient by performing a focused but thorough examination
  4. Identify appropriate investigation to evaluate claudication.

Skills mastered

Students should:

  1. Demonstrate the skills required to take a claudication history
  2. Demonstrate the skills of a vascular examination

Guiding questions

To guide your preparation for this session, please ensure you have considered the following questions:

  1. What are important differentials to consider for a patient presenting with claudication?
  2. What are causes of peripheral vascular disease?
  3. How would you investigate a patient with claudication?