The use of interim analysis during a randomized controlled trial
In this MEDSCHLR 500, we will discuss the findings from the HIV Prevention Trials Network (HPTN) 052 trial, which showed that antiretroviral therapy (ART) prevented more than 96% of genetically linked infections caused by human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1). Learning goals Describe the use of interim analysis during a clinical trial Describe the function […]
The use of interim analysis during a randomized controlled trial (Facilitator)
In this MEDSCHLR 500, we will discuss the findings from the HIV Prevention Trials Network (HPTN) 052 trial, which showed that antiretroviral therapy (ART) prevented more than 96% of genetically linked infections caused by human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1). Learning goals Describe the use of interim analysis during a clinical trial Describe the function […]
Lab 28: Nasal Cavities, Oral Cavity, and Pharynx
Download this lab as a PDF Goals Identify the temporal fossa and temporalis muscle. On a skull, identify the borders of the infratemporal fossa (ITF) and the foramina that connect it to other regions in the head. Clean the masseter muscle on one side of the face and remove it from the mandible. Use an […]
Spirochetes
Learning goals Describe the distinctive microbiologic and pathogenic features of spirochetes Describe the epidemiology, clinical features, complications, diagnosis, and treatment of leptospirosis Compare and contrast the epidemiology, clinical features, cardinal clinical findings, and treatment for primary, early, and late stage Lyme disease Describe the stages of syphilis including clinical manifestations, interpretation of diagnostic tests, and […]
Clinical research and conflict of interests
Learning goals Demonstrate respectful, constructive, adaptive interactions with peers and/or facilitators, including punctual attendance, advanced preparation, professionalism, and giving and receiving feedback Understand the dominant approach to Justice in the United States Apply the basic elements of Rawls’ theory of “Justice as Fairness” to Health Care Identify key points of dispute raised by critiques of […]
Clinical research and conflict of interests (Facilitator)
Learning goals Demonstrate respectful, constructive, adaptive interactions with peers and/or facilitators, including punctual attendance, advanced preparation, professionalism, and giving and receiving feedback Understand the dominant approach to Justice in the United States Apply the basic elements of Rawls’ theory of “Justice as Fairness” to Health Care Identify key points of dispute raised by critiques of […]
Development and utilization of clinical guidelines
In previous sessions you have learned to read and critically appraise primary research papers. This session turns to a different type of document: the clinical practice guideline. Guidelines occupy a unique place in medicine—they are how research gets translated into decisions at the bedside. Understanding where a guideline comes from, whether it was built well, […]
Development and utilization of clinical guidelines (Facilitator)
In previous sessions you have learned to read and critically appraise primary research papers. This session turns to a different type of document: the clinical practice guideline. Guidelines occupy a unique place in medicine—they are how research gets translated into decisions at the bedside. Understanding where a guideline comes from, whether it was built well, […]
Survey design: Asking the right questions
Learning goals Describe standard methods for the design and implementation of survey-based research Describe the importance of a rigorous, a step-by-step process for the development of surveys Discriminate useful from not useful survey questions Learning activities You are charged with collecting student feedback about MEDSCHLR 500B. Your survey data will be analyzed and shared with […]
Appraisal of an article using community-based participatory research
In this session, you will dive deeper into The Waponahki Tribal Health Assessment: Successfully Using CBPR to Conduct Comprehensive and Baseline Health Assessment. Learning goals Describe community-based participatory research (CBPR) and how it is utilized in research Explain how “ownership” of data can work in community-based participatory research (CBPR) studies Describe opportunities where community-based participatory […]