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| Unit | CEYHAN FACULTY OF VETERINARY |
| Veterinary PR. | |
| Code | VET330 |
| Name | Introduction to Internal Medicine |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 2 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi CENK ER |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. Handan Hilal YAVUZ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi CENK ER (Bahar) (A Group) (Asst. Ins.) |
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of the course is for students to learn general examination methods of pets and farm animals in internal medicine and to apply and evaluate system-specific clinical and laboratory examinations.
Course Content
This course includes patient examination, physical examination, general examination of body systems, laboratory examination methods, symptomatic treatment, fluid-electrolyte therapy.
Course Precondition
There is no prerequisite for this course.
Resources
Geviş Getiren Hayvanların Iç Hastalıkları, Yusuf Gül (Medipres Kitabevi, 4. Basım, 2016). Köpek ve Kedilerin İç Hastalıkları, Nilüfer Aytuğ (Özsan Matbaası, 1.Basım, 2011). Atlarda Kolik Rehberi ve Klinik El Kitabı, Cenk ER (Nobel Kitabevi, 1.Basım, 2020). Klinik Pratikte At Hekimliği, Reuben J Rose, David R Hodgson (Medipres, 1. Basım, 2004).
Notes
Lecture notes and periodicals
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines terms used in internal medicine |
| LO02 | Lists the methods and instruments used in internal diseases, |
| LO03 | Explains the basic approach for diagnostic purposes of diseases, |
| LO04 | Compares systematic examinations for internal diseases in farm animals and pets |
| LO05 | Shows the circulatory system examination in animals, |
| LO06 | Tells the respiratory system examination methods in animals |
| LO07 | Tells the digestive system examination methods in large animals, |
| LO08 | Shows the digestive system examination methods in horses |
| LO09 | Shows the digestive system examination methods in small animals, |
| LO10 | Explains the fluid-electrolyte therapy in farm animals |
| LO11 | Explains the fluid-electrolyte therapy in small animals |
| LO12 | Lists the symptomatic treatment methods in animals |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Distinguishes animal species and breeds based on their structural (morphological), functional (physiological, biochemical) and behavioral characteristics and whether they can be consumed for food purposes. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the sources, physical and chemical properties and preparation of drugs. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Describes the effects and side effects of medications on patients | 2 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the formation mechanisms of animal diseases and their pathological effects on the body. | 3 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | It makes efficiency evaluations among animal breeds and, when necessary, carries out selection, hybridization and artificial insemination at a level that can carry out breeding work. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Disposes of dead animal material, tissue samples, medical and chemical waste appropriately in accordance with international, national laws and regulations. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It determines the correct approach area for the patient by evaluating the examination, operation etc. practices in the clinic according to the topographic anatomy. | 3 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses biochemical parameters in diagnostic processes by evaluating the information obtained with cause-effect relationships. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Writes prescriptions in accordance with diagnosis and treatment protocols for diseases and poisoning in animals. | |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Implements necessary measures, including biosecurity, to control infectious diseases. | 3 |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Performs necropsy to evaluate findings in dead animals, directs tissues to the necessary laboratory according to appropriate storage methods and prepares a report. | |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Monitors patients in the post-operative process according to the main treatment methods of surgical diseases in animal species. | |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies sedation, anesthesia and pain management methods safely according to animal species. | |
| PLO14 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Correctly applies biosafety principles such as sterilization of clinical and laboratory equipment and clothing. | 1 |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It regulates the care and feeding protocols according to animal species and supervises the consumption of animal foods produced for human consumption or foods containing animal products in their composition. | |
| PLO16 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Evaluates laboratory results of animal diseases and applies correct diagnosis, prognosis and treatment methods based on the data obtained. | 5 |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | He/she is conscious of performing his/her profession by being aware of his/her powers and responsibilities. | 5 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Examines scientific techniques and methods according to facts related to veterinary services and takes analysis or methodological responsibility for problems. | 2 |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It uses adequate technology in the hygienic production, manufacturing, processing, consumption and sales of food by conducting health control of animal food products produced for human consumption. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Lists the methods of producing and using scientific knowledge in his/her professional field. | |
| PLO21 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses updated legislation regarding veterinary services when necessary. | 1 |
| PLO22 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Performs an examination appropriate to the case, applying the contribution of imaging methods to diagnosis and radiation safety in accordance with current regulations. | |
| PLO23 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Keeps clinical and patient records using proper and scientific methods. | 5 |
| PLO24 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | By observing the basic principles of medicine, it develops management methods and appropriate management plans for animal production enterprises. | |
| PLO25 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Implement social projects and plans with social awareness, based on professional skills and authority with a computer usage license, advanced computer software. | |
| PLO26 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Works in cooperation with other colleagues by following the world agenda within the framework of professional ethics and deontology rules. | |
| PLO27 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Produces solutions to field-specific problems in line with scientific data/evidence. | 3 |
| PLO28 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | He/she has the ethical values of the veterinary profession and defends these values. | |
| PLO29 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Takes appropriate precautions by clinically recognizing zoonosis and notifiable diseases. | 3 |
| PLO30 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Determines the methods of diagnosis, prevention, treatment and operation of diseases in different animal species. | 3 |
| PLO31 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | In emergency cases, intervenes in all animals and applies first aid methods. | 4 |
| PLO32 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Makes judgments on animal husbandry principles and breeding by assessing the physical condition, welfare and rearing conditions of domestic animals, communicating appropriately with animal owners and colleagues. | |
| PLO33 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Independently interprets articles and presentations published in other scientific fields related to Veterinary Medicine to maintain professional development and skills. | |
| PLO34 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | When necessary, euthanizes animals using appropriate methods and respecting the feelings of animal owners. | |
| PLO35 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | By mastering the concepts of occupational safety in terms of the workplace and the personnel working with it, they have the competence to apply and defend it. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patient's examination: duty of the veterinarian, what is the disease, disease symptoms, diagnostic types veterinarian | No pre-preparation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Clinical examination: Holding-binding methods in animals, inspiration, smell examination, measurement examinations, palpation, percussion, auskultation, puncture, biopsy, probing, laboratory examinations | Course notes and textbooks | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 3 | Respiratory system examination in animals | Conducting literature review, reading textbooks and lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 4 | Circulatory system examination in animals | reading cardiology notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 5 | Electrocardiography (ECG) in animals | Reading textbooks, reading ECG practice notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 6 | Digestive system examination in animals | Watching videos | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Urinary system examination in animals | Reading resources, Internet research, Reviewing current articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Exam preparation | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Sözlü Sınav, Ödev |
| 9 | Fluid and electrolyte balance | reading physiology textbooks | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 10 | Principles of fluid and electrolyte therapy | reading lecture notes, reading pharmacology textbooks | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 11 | Respiratory system diseases in ruminants | Reviewing current articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Respiratory system diseases in horses | Internet research, reviewing current articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Respiratory system diseases in pets | internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Vaccinations, preventive medicine | Reading textbooks, reading pharmacology books, studying vaccination schedules in different countries | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Bireysel Çalışma, Tartışma |
| 15 | Prescription rules | Internet research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Exam preparation | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Ödev |
| 17 | Term Exams | Exam preparation | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Ödev |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 3. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 54 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,16 | ||
| ECTS | 2 ECTS | ||