Paediatrics Part 1 (Basics of Paediatrics I) (PEK_064)
About Study Course
Objective
The study course is designed for 4th and 5th year medical students to learn the fundamentals of paediatrics, including the structural and functional characteristics of a child's body, growth and development, common paediatric diseases (including infectious and surgical conditions), as well as essential skills for examining children and handling emergency situations while adhering to children's rights and ethical principles.The course consists of four modules: Basics of Paediatrics I, studied in the 4th year, and Basics of Paediatrics II, Infectious Diseases of Children, and Paediatric Surgery, studied in the 5th year. Successful completion of the course ensures the student's readiness for further professional medical practice in residency training.
Prerequisites
Medical students can begin the course after successfully completing the 1st–3rd study years and subsequently the 4th year’s preclinical and clinical courses, including internal medicine and general surgery. Knowledge of humanitarian studies and social sciences is required to develop critical thinking and understanding of an individual in society. Proficiency in English is necessary. Knowledge of other EU languages is desirable. Additionally, a good understanding of medical terminology in Latin is required.
Learning outcomes
1.Has a thorough understanding of the anatomical and physiological characteristics of the child, the patterns of growth and development at various stages of life, including the neonatal period, as well as the functional characteristics of the child’s organs and organ systems.
1.Can, by assessing the child’s age, complaints, medical history and the results of clinical examinations, formulate a well-founded initial clinical assessment and, in consultation with a lecturer or healthcare professional, justify a possible diagnostic and management plan, considering the child’s best interests and the principles of evidence-based medicine.
1.Can integrate theoretical knowledge, medical history data, and the results of clinical examinations and laboratory and diagnostic tests to identify the child’s health problems, justify an initial clinical assessment and formulate a provisional working diagnosis and priority differential diagnosis, evaluate a possible pathological process, identify signs of risk of complications, and describe the likely course and prognosis of the disease, taking into account the child’s age and clinical situation.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 8 | Master's | Required |
