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Apr 20, 2025
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PEDI 661A - Adolescent Medicine (1 unit)
This rotation will allow the learner to gain knowledge and skills in the provision of healthcare to adolescents and young adults (AYA).
Grading Basis: Medical (no units/GPA)
Units of Internship/Practicum: 1
Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate an understanding of the importance of confidentiality and consent when caring for adolescents and young adults (AYA).
2. describe confidential services for adolescent minors.
3. describe the common risk-taking behaviors of AYA and the factors that contribute to their participation in these behaviors.
4. perform a psychosocial interview with an AYA patient using HEADSSS.
5. discuss various methods to counsel AYA in making choices to improve their physical and mental health.
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