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local_hospital UÇEP2020 Basic Medical Practices and Minimum Learning Levels

1. History taking
  • 1.
    General and problem-oriented history taking
    Independent ability (4)
  • 2.
    Ability to assess mental status
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 3.
    Ability to take a psychiatric history
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
2. General and problem-oriented physical examination
  • 4.
    Forensic case examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 5.
    Anthropometric measurements
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 6.
    Abdominal examination
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 7.
    Consciousness assessment
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 8.
    Child and newborn examination
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 9.
    Skin examination
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 10.
    Digital rectal examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 11.
    Prenatal examination
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 12.
    Assessment of general condition and vital signs
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 13.
    Fundus examination
    Observed / Monitored (2)
  • 14.
    Eye examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 15.
    Gynecological examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 16.
    Cardiovascular system examination
    Independent performance (4)
  • 17.
    Musculoskeletal system examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 18.
    Ear, nose, throat, and head and neck examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 19.
    Breast and axillary region examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 20.
    Neurological examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 21.
    Crime scene investigation
    Observed / Monitored (2)
  • 22.
    Autopsy
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 23.
    Mental State Examination
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 24.
    Respiratory system examination
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 25.
    Urological examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
3. Record keeping, reporting, and notification
  • 26.
    Ability to prepare forensic reports
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 27.
    Ability to prepare a forensic case report
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 28.
    Informing and obtaining consent
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 29.
    Ability to provide consultation on disability reports
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 30.
    Ability to prepare discharge summaries
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 31.
    Ability to prepare medical reports in accordance with current legislation
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 32.
    Ability to prepare patient records
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 33.
    Ability to issue a death certificate
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 34.
    Ability to prescribe
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 35.
    Ability to prepare a refusal of treatment document
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 36.
    Notification and reporting of legally notifiable diseases and conditions
    Ability to do independently (4)
4. Laboratory tests and other related procedures
  • 37.
    Ability to apply the principles of working with biological material
    Ability to function independently (4)
  • 38.
    Ability to provide decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and antisepsis
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 39.
    Ability to prepare stool smears and perform microscopic examination
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 40.
    Ability to evaluate direct radiographs
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 41.
    Ability to perform and interpret ECGs
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 42.
    Ability to perform a fecal occult blood test
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 43.
    Ability to measure and evaluate blood sugar with a glucometer
    Ability to function independently (4)
  • 44.
    Ability to measure and evaluate bleeding time
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 45.
    Ability to complete the request form for laboratory examination
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 46.
    The ability to collect the laboratory sample under appropriate conditions and deliver it to the laboratory
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 47.
    Ability to use a microscope
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 48.
    Ability to use and evaluate a peak-flow meter
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 49.
    Performing and evaluating peripheral smears
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 50.
    Ability to perform water disinfection
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 51.
    Ability to take water samples
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 52.
    The ability to determine and evaluate the chlorine level in water
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 53.
    Ability to perform and evaluate complete urinalysis (including microscopic examination)
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 54.
    Ability to interpret screening and diagnostic examination results
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 55.
    Ability to prepare a vaginal discharge sample
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
5. Interventional and non-interventional procedures
  • 56.
    Ability to stabilize an emergency psychiatric patient
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 57.
    Management of forensic cases
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 58.
    Airway management
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 59.
    Ability to apply the principles of rational drug use
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 60.
    Ability to make rational laboratory and imaging investigation requests
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 61.
    Arterial blood gas sampling
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 62.
    Ability to prepare and apply splints
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 63.
    Bag-valve mask (Ambu) usage
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 64.
    Ability to apply bandages and tourniquets
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 65.
    Ability to manage nosebleeds
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 66.
    Ability to monitor growth and development in children (percentile curves, Tanner staging)
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 67.
    Assessment of the multiple trauma patient
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 68.
    Ability to establish venous access
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 69.
    Ability to defibrillate
    Ability to do independently (4)
  • 70.
    Evidence recognition/identification/preservation/transfer
    Observed (2)
  • 71.
    THOUGHTS: The user wants a translation of a Turkish medical phrase into English. The phrase is "Deri-yumuşak doku apsesi açabilme". Let's break it down: - "Deri": skin - "yumuşak doku": soft tissue - "apsesi": abscess (possessive form, "of an abscess") - "açabilme": ability to open/drain/incise (from "açmak" - to open, and "-abilme" - ability) So, literally: "skin-soft tissue abscess's ability to open". This sounds a bit awkward in English. The context of medical procedures often implies an action performed by a medical professional. "açabilme" in this context likely refers to the *procedure* of opening/draining an abscess. So, "ability to open a skin-soft tissue abscess" or "opening/draining a skin-soft tissue abscess". Considering the typical phrasing in medical contexts for procedures or capabilities: - "Ability to open a skin and soft tissue abscess" - "Incision and drainage of skin and soft tissue abscess" (if it's a procedure name) - "Opening of skin and soft tissue abscess" (more direct translation of "açabilme") "açabilme" implies a capability or a potential action. If it's a skill listed for a doctor: "Ability to open/drain skin and soft tissue abscesses." If it's a procedure: "Opening/Draining of skin and soft tissue abscess." Let's consider the most natural and common medical English phrasing. "Incision and drainage" (I&D) is very common for abscesses. "Opening" is also acceptable. "Deri-yumuşak doku" is "skin and soft tissue". "apsesi" is "abscess". "açabilme" is "ability to open/drain". So, "Ability to open/drain skin and soft tissue abscess." Or, "Opening/draining of skin and soft tissue abscess." Given the brevity and the "açabilme" suffix, it leans towards a capability or a general procedure description rather than a specific past action. Let's go with a concise and common medical phrasing. "Opening of skin and soft tissue abscess" is a direct and accurate translation of the components. "Draining of skin and soft tissue abscess" is also very common. "Incision and drainage of skin and soft tissue abscess" is more specific to the method. "açabilme" implies the *act* or *capability* of opening. So, "Opening of skin and soft tissue abscess" or "Draining of skin and soft tissue abscess" are good candidates. "Ability to open/drain skin and soft tissue abscess" is also good, but "açabilme" can sometimes be used to describe the procedure itself, not just the ability. Let's consider the most common and direct translation that covers the meaning. "Opening of skin and soft tissue abscess" is very literal and correct. "Draining of skin and soft tissue abscess" is also very common and implies the same action. I will choose a common and direct translation. "Opening of skin and soft tissue abscess" or "Draining of skin and soft tissue abscess". "Deri-yumuşak doku apsesi açabilme" - this is often used in lists of procedures or skills. Let's try to capture the "açabilme" aspect well. "Opening of skin and soft tissue abscess" "Draining of skin and soft tissue abscess" If it's a skill: "Ability to open/drain skin and soft tissue abscesses." If it's a procedure: "Opening/Draining of skin and soft tissue abscess." The Turkish phrase doesn't explicitly say "ability to". It's more like "the act of opening/draining". The suffix "-abilme" means "ability to do X" or "the possibility of doing X" or "the act of being able to do X". In medical context, it often refers to the procedure itself or the capability to perform it. Let's go with a common and clear medical term. "Opening of skin and soft tissue abscess" is good. "Draining of skin and soft tissue abscess" is also good. I'll opt for "Opening of skin and soft tissue abscess" as it's a very direct translation of "açabilme" in this context. "Draining" is often implied by "opening" an abscess. Final check: Deri-yumuşak doku: Skin and soft tissue apsesi: abscess (possessive, so "of abscess") açabilme: opening (the act of opening, or ability to open) So, "Opening of skin and soft tissue abscess." This is concise and medically appropriate.
    Performed on a simulator or patient under supervision (3)
  • 72.
    Ability to take measures that will stop/limit external bleeding
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 73.
    Ability to perform Dix-Hallpike test and Epley maneuver
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 74.
    Ability to provide postpartum maternal care
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 75.
    Ability to perform postpartum baby care
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 76.
    Hand washing
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 77.
    Endoscopic procedure
    At the knowledge level (theoretical) (1)
  • 78.
    Ability to perform intubation
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 79.
    Episiotomy: ability to perform and repair
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 80.
    Ability to monitor pregnant and postpartum women
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 81.
    Ability to draw a genogram (ability to draw a family tree)
    At the knowledge level (theoretical) (1)
  • 82.
    The ability to evaluate the Glasgow/AVPU coma scale
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 83.
    Removal of foreign body from the eye
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 84.
    Ability to collect biological samples from the patient
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 85.
    The ability to ensure appropriate patient transport
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 86.
    Ability to place the patient in the coma position
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 87.
    Ability to appropriately refer the patient
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 88.
    Ability to perform first aid to remove a foreign body from the airway
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 89.
    The ability to determine legal capacity
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 90.
    Ability to perform IM, IV, SC, ID injections
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 91.
    Ability to insert a urinary catheter
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 92.
    Ability to provide advanced life support
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 93.
    Suicide intervention
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 94.
    Ability to perform intraosseous administration
    Observed / Monitored (2)
  • 95.
    Ability to perform blood pressure measurement
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 96.
    Ability to perform blood transfusion
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 97.
    Ability to take capillary blood samples
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 98.
    Tick removal
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 99.
    Ability to obtain samples for culture
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 100.
    Ability to administer an enema
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 101.
    Ability to perform lumbar puncture
    At the knowledge level (theoretical) (1)
  • 102.
    Mini-Mental State Examination
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 103.
    Ability to insert a nasogastric tube
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 104.
    Ability to facilitate normal spontaneous delivery
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 105.
    Ability to administer oxygen and nebulizer-inhaler treatment
    Independent ability (4)
  • 106.
    Ability to administer oral, rectal, vaginal, and topical medications
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 107.
    Ability to perform an autopsy
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 108.
    Ability to perform paracentesis
    At the knowledge level (theoretical) (1)
  • 109.
    Ability to perform pericardiocentesis
    At the knowledge level (theoretical) (1)
  • 110.
    Ability to perform pleural puncture/thoracentesis
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 111.
    Ability to administer and evaluate PPD test
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 112.
    Ability to apply and evaluate pulse oximetry
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 113.
    Ability to perform Rinne-Weber tests
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 114.
    Ability to apply a cervical collar
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 115.
    Ability to provide cold chain-compliant protection and transport
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 116.
    Ability to evaluate pulmonary function tests
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 117.
    Ability to perform suprapubic bladder puncture
    Observed (2)
  • 118.
    Ability to administer Basic Life Support
    Independent ability (4)
  • 119.
    Ability to take heel blood
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 120.
    Ability to ensure the appropriate transport of a severed limb following trauma
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 121.
    Ability to correctly prepare medications for administration
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 122.
    Ability to obtain vaginal and cervical samples
    Performed on a simulator or a patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 123.
    Ability to perform wound and burn care
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 124.
    Newborn resuscitation
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 125.
    Ability to place and remove superficial sutures
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 126.
    Ensuring the principles of acute decontamination in poisonings
    Observed / monitored (2)
6. Preventive medicine and community medicine practices
  • 127.
    Ability to organize emergency aid
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 128.
    Ability to provide family planning counseling
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 129.
    Ability to provide immunization counseling
    Ability to do independently (4)
  • 130.
    Ability to conduct immunization services
    Ability to do independently (4)
  • 131.
    Ability to teach proper breastfeeding methods
    Independent capability (4)
  • 132.
    Ability to perform geriatric assessment
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 133.
    Ability to teach self-breast examination
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 134.
    Ability to correctly apply contraception methods and monitor users
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 135.
    Disability assessment
    At the knowledge level (theoretical) (1)
  • 136.
    Ability to provide healthcare in unusual circumstances
    Observed (2)
  • 137.
    Periodic health examination (vision, hearing, metabolic diseases, vaccination of at-risk groups, cancer screenings)
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 138.
    Ability to take measures to protect the health of healthcare workers
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 139.
    Ability to take preventive measures against healthcare-associated infections
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 140.
    Taking preventive measures against infections in communal living areas
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 141.
    The ability to provide health education to the community
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 142.
    The ability to combat infectious diseases in the community
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 143.
    The ability to identify health problems in the community using epidemiological methods and to develop solutions.
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 144.
    Identifying risk groups in the community
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
7. Scientific research principles and applications
  • 145.
    The ability to compile scientific data, and to summarize it with tables and graphs,
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 146.
    Ability to analyze scientific data using appropriate methods and interpret the results
    Observed / monitored (2)
  • 147.
    The ability to plan a study using scientific principles and methods
    Observed/monitored (2)
  • 148.
    Ability to access current literature and critically evaluate it
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 149.
    In the clinical decision-making process, the ability to apply the principles of evidence-based medicine
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
  • 150.
    Ability to interpret the health level of the service area using health level indicators
    Performed on a simulator or patient (under supervision) (3)
8. Healthiness
  • 151.
    Immunization - childhood and adults
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 152.
    Baby Health Monitoring
    Independent ability (4)
  • 153.
    Exercise and physical activity
    Independent performance (4)
  • 154.
    Monitoring and periodic health examinations in different stages of life (pregnancy, birth, puerperium, newborn, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, old age)
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 155.
    Healthy diet
    Independent capability (4)
9. Screenings
  • 156.
    Pre-marital screening program
    Independent functioning (4)
  • 157.
    Developmental hip dysplasia screening program
    Ability to do independently (4)
  • 158.
    Vision screening programs
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 159.
    Hearing screening programs
    Ability to perform independently (4)
  • 160.
    Newborn metabolic and endocrine disease screening program
    Functional independence (4)