Gastroenterology - Practical Grading Criteria
Gastroenterology - Practical Grading Criteria
Completion requirements
**Gastroenterology Practical Assessment**
**OVERVIEW**
* Assessment Name: Gastroenterology Clinical Skills Assessment
* Total Points Available: 100
* Weight in Final Grade: 20%
* Assessment Format: Pratical skills assessment with a written component
**GRADING SCALE**
* Letter Grade Breakdown:
+ A (90-100%): Exemplary performance
+ B (80-89%): Proficient performance
+ C (70-79%): Developing performance
+ D (60-69%): Approaching basic competence
+ F (<60%): Failing to demonstrate basic competence
* Percentage Ranges:
+ A: 90-100%
+ B: 80-89%
+ C: 70-79%
+ D: 60-69%
+ F: <60%
* Pass/Fail Threshold: Pass if achieving a minimum of 70% of the total points available
* Honors Designation: Students achieving an A grade (90-100%) will receive an honors designation
**DETAILED RUBRIC**
1. **Clinical Presentation and Communication**
* Description: Demonstrated ability to present patient information clearly and concisely.
* Point Value: 15
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (12-15 points): Presented complex case information in a clear, concise manner, using visual aids as needed.
+ Proficient (10-11 points): Presenting patient information effectively, but with some minor errors or omissions.
+ Developing (8-9 points): Demonstrated effort to present patient information, but with noticeable errors or lack of clarity.
+ Beginning (<7 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in presenting patient information.
2. **Physical Examination and Diagnostic Skills**
* Description: Demonstrated ability to perform a thorough physical examination and apply diagnostic skills.
* Point Value: 20
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (16-20 points): Demonstrated expertise in performing a comprehensive physical examination, including relevant diagnostic techniques.
+ Proficient (14-15 points): Performed a thorough physical examination, but with some minor errors or omissions.
+ Developing (12-13 points): Demonstrated effort to perform a physical examination, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Beginning (<10 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in performing a physical examination.
3. **Pharmacology and Therapeutics**
* Description: Demonstrated understanding of pharmacological treatments for gastrointestinal disorders.
* Point Value: 20
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (16-20 points): Demonstrated expertise in applying pharmacological principles to manage gastrointestinal disorders.
+ Proficient (14-15 points): Applied pharmacological knowledge effectively, but with some minor errors or omissions.
+ Developing (12-13 points): Demonstrated effort to apply pharmacological knowledge, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Beginning (<10 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in applying pharmacological principles.
4. **Surgical and Interventional Skills**
* Description: Demonstrated ability to perform surgical and interventional procedures.
* Point Value: 20
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (16-20 points): Demonstrated expertise in performing complex surgical and interventional procedures.
+ Proficient (14-15 points): Performed procedures with some minor errors or omissions, but overall competence demonstrated.
+ Developing (12-13 points): Demonstrated effort to perform procedures, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Beginning (<10 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in performing surgical and interventional procedures.
5. **Patient Safety and Quality Improvement**
* Description: Demonstrated ability to prioritize patient safety and incorporate quality improvement principles into practice.
* Point Value: 15
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (12-15 points): Prioritized patient safety effectively, with clear demonstration of quality improvement principles in practice.
+ Proficient (10-11 points): Demonstrated effort to prioritize patient safety and incorporate quality improvement principles, but with some minor errors or omissions.
+ Developing (8-9 points): Demonstrated effort to prioritize patient safety, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Beginning (<7 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in prioritizing patient safety.
**ASSESSMENT COMPONENTS**
* Written Exam: 30%
* Practical Skills: 40%
* Clinical Reasoning: 20%
* Professional Behavior: 5%
* Participation: 5%
**PERFORMANCE STANDARDS**
* Excellent (90-100%):
+ Demonstrated expertise in all clinical skills and knowledge areas.
+ Consistently demonstrated high-quality patient care and prioritized patient safety.
* Proficient (80-89%):
+ Demonstrated a good understanding of clinical skills and knowledge areas.
+ Performed well in most clinical scenarios, with some minor errors or omissions.
* Developing (70-79%):
+ Demonstrated effort to develop clinical skills and knowledge, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Required guidance and support to improve performance.
* Beginning (<70%):
+ Failed to demonstrate basic competence in most clinical skills and knowledge areas.
+ Requires significant improvement before demonstrating proficiency.
**CLINICAL COMPETENCY CHECKLIST**
Must-pass clinical skills:
* Performing a comprehensive physical examination
* Applying diagnostic techniques effectively
* Prescribing medications safely and effectively
* Performing surgical and interventional procedures with precision
Safety requirements:
* Prioritizing patient safety above all else
* Following established protocols for emergency situations
* Maintaining accurate records and documentation
Professional conduct standards:
* Demonstrating respect and empathy towards patients, families, and colleagues
* Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA guidelines
* Engaging in continuous learning and professional development
**FEEDBACK GUIDELINES**
* Students will receive written feedback on their performance within 2 weeks of the assessment.
* Timeline for grade release: 4-6 weeks after the assessment date.
* Regrade policy: Reevaluation of scores may occur if there is evidence of error or omission in the original grading.
**IMPROVEMENT PLAN**
For students not meeting standards:
* Develop a personalized plan to address areas of improvement, with regular progress updates and feedback.
* Provide access to additional resources and support, including mentorship and peer review.
* Encourage continued learning and professional development through coursework, workshops, or conferences.
**OVERVIEW**
* Assessment Name: Gastroenterology Clinical Skills Assessment
* Total Points Available: 100
* Weight in Final Grade: 20%
* Assessment Format: Pratical skills assessment with a written component
**GRADING SCALE**
* Letter Grade Breakdown:
+ A (90-100%): Exemplary performance
+ B (80-89%): Proficient performance
+ C (70-79%): Developing performance
+ D (60-69%): Approaching basic competence
+ F (<60%): Failing to demonstrate basic competence
* Percentage Ranges:
+ A: 90-100%
+ B: 80-89%
+ C: 70-79%
+ D: 60-69%
+ F: <60%
* Pass/Fail Threshold: Pass if achieving a minimum of 70% of the total points available
* Honors Designation: Students achieving an A grade (90-100%) will receive an honors designation
**DETAILED RUBRIC**
1. **Clinical Presentation and Communication**
* Description: Demonstrated ability to present patient information clearly and concisely.
* Point Value: 15
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (12-15 points): Presented complex case information in a clear, concise manner, using visual aids as needed.
+ Proficient (10-11 points): Presenting patient information effectively, but with some minor errors or omissions.
+ Developing (8-9 points): Demonstrated effort to present patient information, but with noticeable errors or lack of clarity.
+ Beginning (<7 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in presenting patient information.
2. **Physical Examination and Diagnostic Skills**
* Description: Demonstrated ability to perform a thorough physical examination and apply diagnostic skills.
* Point Value: 20
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (16-20 points): Demonstrated expertise in performing a comprehensive physical examination, including relevant diagnostic techniques.
+ Proficient (14-15 points): Performed a thorough physical examination, but with some minor errors or omissions.
+ Developing (12-13 points): Demonstrated effort to perform a physical examination, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Beginning (<10 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in performing a physical examination.
3. **Pharmacology and Therapeutics**
* Description: Demonstrated understanding of pharmacological treatments for gastrointestinal disorders.
* Point Value: 20
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (16-20 points): Demonstrated expertise in applying pharmacological principles to manage gastrointestinal disorders.
+ Proficient (14-15 points): Applied pharmacological knowledge effectively, but with some minor errors or omissions.
+ Developing (12-13 points): Demonstrated effort to apply pharmacological knowledge, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Beginning (<10 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in applying pharmacological principles.
4. **Surgical and Interventional Skills**
* Description: Demonstrated ability to perform surgical and interventional procedures.
* Point Value: 20
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (16-20 points): Demonstrated expertise in performing complex surgical and interventional procedures.
+ Proficient (14-15 points): Performed procedures with some minor errors or omissions, but overall competence demonstrated.
+ Developing (12-13 points): Demonstrated effort to perform procedures, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Beginning (<10 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in performing surgical and interventional procedures.
5. **Patient Safety and Quality Improvement**
* Description: Demonstrated ability to prioritize patient safety and incorporate quality improvement principles into practice.
* Point Value: 15
* Performance Levels:
+ Excellent (12-15 points): Prioritized patient safety effectively, with clear demonstration of quality improvement principles in practice.
+ Proficient (10-11 points): Demonstrated effort to prioritize patient safety and incorporate quality improvement principles, but with some minor errors or omissions.
+ Developing (8-9 points): Demonstrated effort to prioritize patient safety, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Beginning (<7 points): Failed to demonstrate basic competence in prioritizing patient safety.
**ASSESSMENT COMPONENTS**
* Written Exam: 30%
* Practical Skills: 40%
* Clinical Reasoning: 20%
* Professional Behavior: 5%
* Participation: 5%
**PERFORMANCE STANDARDS**
* Excellent (90-100%):
+ Demonstrated expertise in all clinical skills and knowledge areas.
+ Consistently demonstrated high-quality patient care and prioritized patient safety.
* Proficient (80-89%):
+ Demonstrated a good understanding of clinical skills and knowledge areas.
+ Performed well in most clinical scenarios, with some minor errors or omissions.
* Developing (70-79%):
+ Demonstrated effort to develop clinical skills and knowledge, but with noticeable errors or lack of thoroughness.
+ Required guidance and support to improve performance.
* Beginning (<70%):
+ Failed to demonstrate basic competence in most clinical skills and knowledge areas.
+ Requires significant improvement before demonstrating proficiency.
**CLINICAL COMPETENCY CHECKLIST**
Must-pass clinical skills:
* Performing a comprehensive physical examination
* Applying diagnostic techniques effectively
* Prescribing medications safely and effectively
* Performing surgical and interventional procedures with precision
Safety requirements:
* Prioritizing patient safety above all else
* Following established protocols for emergency situations
* Maintaining accurate records and documentation
Professional conduct standards:
* Demonstrating respect and empathy towards patients, families, and colleagues
* Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA guidelines
* Engaging in continuous learning and professional development
**FEEDBACK GUIDELINES**
* Students will receive written feedback on their performance within 2 weeks of the assessment.
* Timeline for grade release: 4-6 weeks after the assessment date.
* Regrade policy: Reevaluation of scores may occur if there is evidence of error or omission in the original grading.
**IMPROVEMENT PLAN**
For students not meeting standards:
* Develop a personalized plan to address areas of improvement, with regular progress updates and feedback.
* Provide access to additional resources and support, including mentorship and peer review.
* Encourage continued learning and professional development through coursework, workshops, or conferences.
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