RMD - 574 Vital Fluids

This course will use a multidisciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to cardiovascular system and renal function in the normal and disease state. Students will learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students will also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of diseases that affect the cardiovascular and renal systems and renal function. Students will be expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students will be expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms in cardiovascular and renal diseases. Students will learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students will also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students will examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of cardiovascular and renal diseases and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: Yes. Credit(s): 1