Faculty of Medicine
Course Details

KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Medical School
Programme of Faculty of Medicine
Course Details
Medical School
Programme of Faculty of Medicine
Course Details

| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STAJ401 | Internal Medicine Internship Program | 4 | Autumn | 7 | 111+108+0 | 12 | 12 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | - |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Asst. Prof. Elif GÜLBAHÇE MUTLU |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Content
Allergic diseases, Endocrine diseases, Gastrointestinal diseases, Hematological diseases, Immunological diseases, Nephrological diseases, Oncological diseases, Rheumatological diseases.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is; in the discipline related to internal diseases (rheumatology, immunology, allergy, hematology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, oncology, nephrology), take anamnesis from patient, evaluate the physical examination and laboratory findings, to make diagnosis and to learn the treatment approaches, and to be able to practice related to the subjects they have seen in the theoretical courses in previous years.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | Has basic and clinical medical knowledge. | 5 |
| P2 | Has the professional skills required for diagnosis, diagnosis and treatment. | 4 |
| P3 | Knows and applies the basic principles for protecting and improving individual and community health. | 3 |
| P4 | Assumes responsibility for lifelong learning and makes self-assessment. | 5 |
| P5 | Work effectively individually and as a team. | 5 |
| P6 | Uses information technologies effectively, especially the current tools required in the field of medicine. | 5 |
| P7 | Communicates effectively both orally and in writing. | 5 |
| P8 | Acts in accordance with professional values, ethical principles and legal regulations. | 5 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Knows the anatomical, histological, physiological and biochemical properties of the systems that make up the body and can apply basic experimental studies. | P.1.1 | 1,2 |
| O2 | Has a command of current medical terminology. | P.1.2 | 1,2 |
| O3 | Knows anamnesis, physical examination and clinical approach to the patient within the framework of good medical practice and evidence-based medicine principles. | P.1.3 | 1,2 |
| O4 | Apply basic medical skills such as blood pressure measurement, blood collection, injection and evaluate them critically. | P.1.4 | 1,2 |
| O5 | Describe and evaluate etiopathogenesis, symptoms and basic clinic of diseases. | P.1.5 | 1,2 |
| O6 | Know the biochemical and microbiological laboratory results, medical imaging and histopathological findings of diseases. | P.1.6 | 1,2 |
| O7 | Knows appropriate pharmacologic, physical and psychosocial treatment methods. | P.1.7 | 1,2 |
| O8 | Can choose current and reliable diagnostic methods appropriate for the disease. | P.2.1 | 1,2 |
| O9 | Knows the general principles of diagnosis and treatment, can choose pharmacological, physical and psychosocial treatment methods appropriate to the disease with evidence-based methods. | P.2.2 | 1,2 |
| O10 | Adopts that the primary duty of the physician is to protect human life and health by taking preventive measures against diseases. | P.3.1 | 1,2 |
| O11 | Knows the effects of health systems, policies and practices on individual and community health. | P.3.3 | 1,2 |
| O12 | Contributes to the sharing, implementation and development of accurate information. | P.3.4 | 1,2 |
| O13 | Takes into account the health needs of the health risk groups of the society. | P.3.5 | 1,2 |
| O14 | Understands the importance of lifelong and self-learning. | P.4.2 | 1,2 |
| O15 | Learns independently in the light of scientific evidence without being influenced. | P.4.3 | 1,2 |
| O16 | Recognize their deficiencies in terms of medical skills and knowledge and overcome them with up-to-date information. | P.4.4 | 1,2 |
| O17 | Evaluate basic and clinical knowledge from a holistic perspective. | P.5.1 | 1,2 |
| O18 | Uses computer and multimedia educational tools at the level required by the health field. | P.6.1 | 1,2 |
| O19 | Shares professional opinions, experiences and evaluations by using communication tools and information technologies. | P.6.2 | 1,2 |
| O20 | Utilizes medical information and communication technologies. | P.6.3 | 1,2 |
| O21 | Continuously renew himself/herself in the light of developments in science and technology. | P.6.4 | 1,2 |
| O22 | Defines and uses appropriate terms in a foreign language in the field of medicine. | P.7.3 | 1,2 |
| O23 | To be able to read, understand and critically evaluate current literature in a foreign language. | P.7.4 | 1,2 |
| O24 | Approach patients and their relatives regardless of age, illness or disability, belief, ethnicity, gender, location, and recognize this as an ethical obligation. | P.8.1 | 1,2 |
| O25 | Keep accurate and reliable records, collect data, analyze and interpret epidemic, clinical and laboratory data and act in accordance with ethical principles in sharing the results. | P.8.2 | 1,2 |
| O26 | Adopts the universal conditions, laws, regulations and legislations required by the profession. | P.8.3 | 1,2 |
| O27 | They are aware of their legal responsibilities and rights towards their colleagues, patients and institutions. | P.8.4 | 1,2 |
| O28 | To be honest, responsible and respectful towards colleagues and patients. | P.8.5 | 1,2 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cardiovascular system semiotics, Internal neurological semiotics, and approach to endocrinological patients—Thyroid examination, GI system examination, Head and Neck Semiology - LAP Semiology, Urinary System Semiology, Locomotor System Semiology, Respiratory System Semiology, Laboratory Requests, Oncological Approach in GI Malignancies, Common Allergic Diseases (Acute and Chronic Urticaria, Allergic Rhinitis) |
| 2 | Aplastic Anemias, Acute Leukemias, Portal Hypertension and Esophageal Variceal Bleeding, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Drug Reactions: Clinical Findings and Approach, Hereditary Angioedema: Diagnosis, Differential Diagnosis, and Emergency Treatment, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetic Acute Metabolic Complications, Dermatomyositis-Polymyositis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances. |
| 3 | Pancreatic Cancers, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Plasma Cell Disorders, Systemic Diseases and Kidney, Diabetes Mellitus, Clinical, Complications and Treatment, Endocrine Emergencies, Primary Immunodeficiency in Adults: Clinical Findings and Diagnosis, Primary Immunodeficiency in Adults: Treatment and Follow-up, Chronic Leukemias, Thrombocytopenias, Myelodysplastic Syndromes. |
| 4 | Endocrine Emergencies, Primary Immunodeficiency in Adults: Clinical Findings and Diagnosis, Primary Immunodeficiency in Adults: Treatment and Follow-up, Chronic Leukemias, Thrombocytopenias, Myelodysplastic Syndromes, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, Basic Principles of Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment, Interstitial Nephritis, Lymphomas, Approach to Thyroid Nodules |
| 5 | Primary Glomerulonephritis, Lung Cancer, Thyroid Diseases, Myeloproliferative Disorders (Excluding CML), Acute Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Oncological Emergencies, Hypertensive and Nephrological Emergencies, Renal Transplantation, Pregnancy and Kidney. |
| 6 | Osteoarthritis and spondyloarthropathies, SLE, Cancer Epidemiology, Carcinogenesis, Chronic Renal Failure, Cancer Chemotherapy and Cytotoxic Drugs, Treatment of Hyperlipidemias, Hypogonadism, Obesity and its Treatment, Hypertension: Clinical Aspects and Treatment. |
| 7 | Metabolic Bone Diseases, Scleroderma-Sjögren Syndrome, FMF, Breast Cancer, Dialysis, Molecular Targeted Therapies in Cancer, Metastasis Biology and Angiogenesis, Clinical and Treatment of Nephrotic Syndrome, Adrenal Gland Diseases, GI Bleeding. |
| 8 | Hepatorenal Syndrome, Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Pituitary and Hypothalamic Disorders, Acid-Base Imbalances, Diabetic Nephropathy, Thyroid Cancers, Vasculitides, Behçet's Disease, Gastric Cancers, Approach to the Jaundiced Patient. |
Textbook or Material
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | - | - |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 1 | 111 | 111 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 2 | 67 | 134 |
| Midterms | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 1 | 106 | 106 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 352 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 11,73 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 12 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P2 | P3 | P4 | P5 | P6 | P7 | P8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Knows the anatomical, histological, physiological and biochemical properties of the systems that make up the body and can apply basic experimental studies. | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| O2 | Has a command of current medical terminology. | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| O3 | Knows anamnesis, physical examination and clinical approach to the patient within the framework of good medical practice and evidence-based medicine principles. | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| O4 | Apply basic medical skills such as blood pressure measurement, blood collection, injection and evaluate them critically. | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| O5 | Describe and evaluate etiopathogenesis, symptoms and basic clinic of diseases. | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| O6 | Know the biochemical and microbiological laboratory results, medical imaging and histopathological findings of diseases. | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| O7 | Knows appropriate pharmacologic, physical and psychosocial treatment methods. | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| O8 | Can choose current and reliable diagnostic methods appropriate for the disease. | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| O9 | Knows the general principles of diagnosis and treatment, can choose pharmacological, physical and psychosocial treatment methods appropriate to the disease with evidence-based methods. | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| O10 | Adopts that the primary duty of the physician is to protect human life and health by taking preventive measures against diseases. | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - |
| O11 | Knows the effects of health systems, policies and practices on individual and community health. | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - |
| O12 | Contributes to the sharing, implementation and development of accurate information. | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - |
| O13 | Takes into account the health needs of the health risk groups of the society. | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - |
| O14 | Understands the importance of lifelong and self-learning. | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - |
| O15 | Learns independently in the light of scientific evidence without being influenced. | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - |
| O16 | Recognize their deficiencies in terms of medical skills and knowledge and overcome them with up-to-date information. | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - |
| O17 | Evaluate basic and clinical knowledge from a holistic perspective. | - | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - |
| O18 | Uses computer and multimedia educational tools at the level required by the health field. | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | - | - |
| O19 | Shares professional opinions, experiences and evaluations by using communication tools and information technologies. | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | - | - |
| O20 | Utilizes medical information and communication technologies. | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | - | - |
| O21 | Continuously renew himself/herself in the light of developments in science and technology. | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | - | - |
| O22 | Defines and uses appropriate terms in a foreign language in the field of medicine. | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | - |
| O23 | To be able to read, understand and critically evaluate current literature in a foreign language. | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | - |
| O24 | Approach patients and their relatives regardless of age, illness or disability, belief, ethnicity, gender, location, and recognize this as an ethical obligation. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
| O25 | Keep accurate and reliable records, collect data, analyze and interpret epidemic, clinical and laboratory data and act in accordance with ethical principles in sharing the results. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
| O26 | Adopts the universal conditions, laws, regulations and legislations required by the profession. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
| O27 | They are aware of their legal responsibilities and rights towards their colleagues, patients and institutions. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
| O28 | To be honest, responsible and respectful towards colleagues and patients. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 |
