performance and interpretation, venipuncture, and others encountered during the rotation • Knowledge of indications, contraindications, and potential complications of all procedures performed • Ability to administer medications via intradermal, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous routes • Ability to order and interpret routine diagnostic tests, EKGs, and radiology studies • Accurate calculation of medication dosages and IV infusion rates Communication The student should communicate in a professional manner suitable for a medical environment with patients, families, physicians, peers, and all members of the healthcare team, demonstrating: • Ability to present a concise clinical case synopsis to medical peers • Effective patient communication across the age continuum using appropriate vocabulary • Counseling regarding disease processes, therapeutic options, prognosis, and available support services • Clear, accurate, and concise medical documentation including admission H&P, SOAP notes, pre-operative and operative notes, discharge summaries, and progress notes • Facilitation of discussions surrounding end-of-life decision making where appropriate Professionalism The student should demonstrate appropriate professional and ethical behavior at all times, including: • Application of ethical principles to all patient care situations and adherence to the AAPA Guidelines for Ethical Conduct • Professional appearance, conduct, and work ethic at all times; wearing a lab coat and identification badge in all clinical settings • Respectful, compassionate, and culturally sensitive interactions with all patients, families, and healthcare team members • Demonstration of adaptability, emotional resilience, and stability throughout the clinical year • Awareness of the role of the Physician Assistant as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team
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