103 - Clinical Teaching Standards
103.1 TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES
Teaching at Hartwell General happens in the course of ordinary work. Opportunities include:
- Ward rounds
- Emergency Department cases
- Clinical skills demonstrations
- Simulation exercises
- Case discussions
- Diagnostic interpretation
- Surgical and procedural observation
- Mentored patient assessments
103.2 TEACHING AND THE PATIENT
Patients should never feel ignored or excluded during teaching. When teaching occurs, staff should explain procedures in a way that keeps the patient comfortable and involved.
103.3 STUDENTS AND INTERNS
Students and interns are expected to:
- Be respectful and professional.
- Work within their approved scope of practice.
- Ask for assistance whenever uncertain.
- Participate actively in ward rounds, teaching sessions, and simulations.
- Accept feedback positively and strive for continual improvement.
The scope of practice for each grade, and the supervision each requires, is set out in the HGH Clinical Staff Manual.