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About Study Course

Credit points / ECTS:2 / 3
Course supervisor:Iveta Dzīvīte-Krišāne
Study type:Part time, Full time
Course level:Bachelor
Target audience:Medicine; Medical Services
Language:Latvian
Branch of science:Clinical Medicine; Paediatrics

Objective

The objective of the study course is to provide students with the necessary knowledge about the physiology and pathologies of child development and growth, chronic diseases related to functional disorders, by listening to theoretical lectures and studying in practical classes. To ensure the acquisition of theoretical knowledge and practical skills that would correspond to general knowledge in paediatrics in accordance with the requirements of the regulations of the specialty.

Prerequisites

Human anatomy, physiology, pathological physiology.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

By completing the study course, students acquire basic knowledge about the physiology of child development and growth and pathologies related to the child’s movement, behaviour and self-care disorders. During the study course, students acquire basic knowledge and competence in the basics of paediatrics.

Skills

As a result of completing the study course, students will be able to assess physical and psychomotor development of children. Will be able to examine movements, assess the development and self-care abilities of children. The student will be able to perform an objective examination of the child according to the child’s age, and will know how to create the child’s growth curve.

Competence

As a result of completing the study course, students will learn the skills of taking an anamnesis by talking with the child and their relatives; will understand the cause of the disorder. Will understand the basic principles of paediatrics in the work process.

Study course planning

Planning period:Year 2025, Spring semester
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