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Nov 21, 2024
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PED 45030 - Pediatric Nephrology
Cr Hrs: 3, 6 Session Length: 2 and 4 weeks
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This is a face to face clinical rotation receiving 3 or 6 credit hours. The student should function with increased autonomy in patient care and must demonstrate competency in several of the Entrustable Professional Activities required for graduation. The Pediatric Nephrology elective provides students with an opportunity to apply their basic knowledge of renal physiology, acid-base balance, laboratory medicine, renal pathology, history taking and physical examination in diagnosing and children with renal disease. From 30 to 60 outpatients per week 12 patients in hemodialysis unit and 3 to 6 hospitalized patients at all times are available for teaching. Hematuria-proteinuria, glomerulonephritis, nephrotic syndrome, acute and chronic renal failure, hypertension, congenital genitourinary disorders, renal transplantation and fluid-electrolyte disorders are the most common renal disorders to be evaluated. Principles of both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis will be discussed. Observation of the renal biopsy procedure and review of the resulting histology are available. Weekly and monthly renal conferences and seminars are provided.
Grade Mode: Standard
Instructional Method: Clinical-Elective
Location Offered: Memphis
Term Offered: Fall, Spring
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