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Reasoning on Rounds: a Framework for Teaching Diagnostic Reasoning in the Inpatient Setting
John C Penner1,2, Lindsey C Shipley3, Daniel J Minter4,5
1Medical Service, San Francisco VA Medical Center, San Francisco, CA, USA. john.penner@ucsf.edu.
Internal medicine trainees can improve diagnostic reasoning (DR) teaching skills. This framework offers practical strategies for educators to enhance DR instruction during inpatient rounds.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Internal Medicine
- Clinical Reasoning
Background:
- Diagnostic reasoning (DR) is a critical competency for internal medicine trainees.
- Trainees may lack confidence or structured approaches to teaching DR.
- Inpatient rounds are a primary setting for clinical skill development.
Discussion:
- A structured framework can demystify teaching diagnostic reasoning.
- Focusing on the patient one-liner aids in concise case summarization.
- Structuring the assessment and plan (A&P) around reasoning is key.
- Day of discharge reflection reinforces learning and teaching opportunities.
Key Insights:
- Provides a practical, actionable framework for teaching diagnostic reasoning.
- Empowers resident clinical teachers to effectively mentor trainees.
- Enhances the quality of diagnostic reasoning education in inpatient settings.
Outlook:
- Potential for improved diagnostic accuracy and patient care.
- Further research into the framework's impact on trainee competency is warranted.
- Adaptable framework for other medical specialties and educational settings.
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