PULM 709V Pulmonary CCU/ICU - VAMC

Credits: 6
The purpose of the medical and cardiac ICU elective is to develop skills in the recognition, resuscitation and longer-term management of the critically ill patient. Specifically, the student will enhance their skills in clinical diagnosis, reasoning and communication skills in the care of the critically ill patient. Students will gain direct experience with key topics in critical care medicine including respiratory failure and ventilator management, acid-base disturbances, overdose assessment and treatment, and the diagnosis and treatment of sepsis and various shock states. Students will work with other healthcare professionals as a member of an inter-professional ICU team in the care of complex critically ill patients, and participate in family meetings with may include discussion of end of life issues and withdrawal of life support.

Graded: Pass/No pass
May be taken only once for credit