Miscellaneous antibiotics
Learning goals Compare and contrast the mechanism of action and spectrum of activity of the glycopeptides (e.g., vancomycin), the lipopeptides (e.g., daptomycin), and beta-lactams Describe the common clinical uses, adverse effects, and monitoring for vancomycin and daptomycin Describe the mechanism of action, spectrum of activity, common clinical uses, and adverse effects of the fluoroquinolones Describe […]
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 […]
A student’s guide to the community project
Background The Community Project is the only deliverable assignment in the Rural Underserved and Urban Underserved courses. It was added in 2021 with two goals: Increase the rigor of this capstone, fourth-year course Deepen student understanding of the community they serve during the course.  To date, the community project assignment brings meaning, reinforces intersecting […]
Olympia
Orientation to Olympia Free Clinic and Capitol Recovery Center Welcome to the dual sites for your Urban Underserved Core at the Olympia Free Clinic and the Capitol Recovery Center, located in Olympia, Washington. Please note that both opportunities are Free Clinics with limited clinical hours and supported by donations and volunteer clinicians. This means you […]
Site-specific support
Dayton, Washington
Welcome to Dayton, Washington, and the Columbia County Health System! Dayton and the surrounding area are very rural, even frontier. The care available to patients is unique, representing the rural ingenuity in building what is needed. Patient volume as well as provider staffing can fluctuate in this community and students are expected to advocate for […]
Family-centered rounds (FCR) guide
Family-centered rounding is very much the norm for inpatient pediatric medicine. Unlike our adult counterparts, the pediatric patient population always comes as a dyad with their caregiver, and the caregivers are the ones making the medical decisions for our patients. To build strong rapport with the patient-caregiver dyad, it is important to learn how to […]
IgA vasculitis
IgA vasculitis, formerly known as Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP), is a common small-vessel vasculitis in children, characterized by a classic tetrad of symptoms: Purpura. Arthralgias or arthritis. Abdominal pain. Renal involvement. Although it often has a self-limiting course, early recognition and management are crucial to prevent potential complications. This article provides an in-depth overview of IgA […]
Common electrolyte derangements in children
Although not exhaustive, this guideline will go through the more common electrolyte derangements seen in inpatient pediatrics. It is important to note that certain patient populations, such as those in the NICU, on TPN, or those with diabetes insipidus, may have much more nuance to their electrolyte management than is discussed below. Electrolyte derangements are […]