Intended Learning Outcomes

1. Knowledge and Understanding: By the end of the program, the graduate will gain

knowledge and understanding to be able to:

a. Describe the normal structure and function of human body.

b. Describe molecular, biochemical and cellular mechanisms needed in

maintaining homeostasis.

c. Identify the developmental changes in humans and the effect of growth and aging on

individuals and their family.

d. Describe basics of normal and abnormal human behaviors.

e. Identify altered structure and function of humans in various diseases and

conditions in relation to gender and age.

f. Describe the common diseases and life-threatening conditions as regards

etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, differential diagnosis and

complications throughout the different age groups.

g. Define the principles of management for common diseases and life threatening conditions

including pharmacological basis of drugs, non-invasive

and invasive interventions, basic pre- and post-operative care, pain relief and

palliative care.

h. Describe the theoretical basis of professional, practical skills and evidence

based medicine (EBM).

i. Describe the role of genetics in health and disease and the basic principles of

gene therapy and genetic counseling.

j. Identify the determinants of health, principles of health promotion, disease

prevention, early detection and control of common community health

problems including disease surveillance and screening.

k. Define the principles of management and appropriate quality concepts and

processes required for healthcare facilities.

l. Describe the epidemiologic principles and the effect of social and

demographic patterns on disease and vulnerability.

m. Describe the Iraqi health systems and different population-based approaches

of health care including disease burden, quality of life and well-being.

n. Recognize basics of ethics, medico legal aspects of health problems, malpractice and

common medical errors.

o. Recognize basics of health and patient’s safety and safety procedures during

practical and clinical years.

p. Define principles of clinical audit.

2. Professional Skills:

A. Practical and Clinical Skills:By the end of the program, the graduate will be able to:

1. Demonstrate basic sciences’ practical skills relevant to the future practice and acquire

practical, clinical skills and competencies.

2. Take and record a structured patient-centered history.

3. Perform full physical examination appropriate to age and gender in acute and chronic

clinical conditions.

4. Assess the mental state of the patient.

5. Construct appropriate management strategies both diagnostic and therapeutic for patients

with common acute and chronic diseases including medical, psychiatric and surgical

conditions.

6. Compose an initial plan of management for stabilization of injured and critically-ill

patients.7. Provide first aid measures for injured and critically-ill patients.

7. Work out drug dosage based on patient's criteria and health condition.

8. Write safe prescriptions of different types of drugs.

9. Conduct community diagnosis for priority setting of community health problems.

B. Procedures and technical skills: By the end of the curriculum, the graduate will acquire the

model-based skills (using manikin and simulators) required to:

1. Perform venepuncture and collect blood samples.

2. Insert a cannula into peripheral veins.

3. Practice enteral, parenteral, inhalational and topical methods for drug administration.

4. Perform suturing of superficial wounds.

5. Demonstrate competency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and basic life support.

6. Perform and interpret ECG.

7. Perform and interpret basic respiratory function tests.

8. Use a nebulizer for administration of inhalation therapy.

9. Administer basic oxygen therapy.

10. Insert a nasogastric tube.

11. Perform bladder catheterization.

12. Assist in procedure of normal labor.

13. Perform and interpret basic bedside laboratory tests.

14. Administer compulsory childhood vaccines.

15. Adopt suitable measures for safety and infection control.

C. Professional Attitude and Behavioral Skills: By the end of the curriculum, the graduates

will acquire the skills required to:

1. Adopt an empathic and holistic approach to patients and their problems, taking into

consideration beliefs values, goals and concerns.

2. Respect the patient's right to know and share in decision-making as well as dignity,

privacy, information confidentiality, and autonomy.

3. Understand and respect the different cultural beliefs and values regardless of their

disabilities in the community they serve.

4. Recognize the important role played by other healthcare professions in patients'

management, respecting their contributions to patient's management regardless of degree

or occupation.

5. Apply the national code of ethics.

6. Respect and follow the institutional code of conduct.

7. Counsel patients suffering from different conditions as well as their families.

8. Recognize one’s own limitations of knowledge and skills in referring patients to

appropriate health facility at the appropriate stage.

9. Ensure confidentiality and privacy of patient information.

10. Treat all patients equally, and avoid stigmatizing any category regardless of

beliefs, culture, and behaviors.