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COMMUNITY MEDICINE (CODE: CM)

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
COMMUNITY MEDICINE
Topic: Concept of Health and Disease
Number of competencies: (10) Number of procedures that require certification:
(NIL)
CM1.1
Define and describe the concept of Public Health
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM1.2
Define health; describe the concept of holistic health including
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
concept of spiritual health and the relativeness & determinants of
discussion
health
CM1.3
Describe the characteristics of agent, host and environmental
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
factors in health and disease and the multi factorial etiology of
discussion
disease
CM1.4
Describe and discuss the natural history of disease
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM1.5
Describe the application of interventions at various levels of
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
prevention
discussion
CM1.6
Describe and discuss the concepts, the principles of Health
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
promotion and Education, IEC and Behavioral change
discussion
communication (BCC)
CM1.7
Enumerate and describe health indicators
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM1.8
Describe the Demographic profile of India and discuss its impact on
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
health
discussion
CM1.9
Demonstrate the role of effective Communication skills in health in a
S
SH
Y
DOAP sessions
Skill Assessment
AETCOM
simulated environment
CM1.10
Demonstrate the important aspects of the doctor patient relationship
S
SH
Y
DOAP sessions
Skill Assessment
AETCOM
in a simulated environment
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Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
Topic: Relationship of social and behavioural to health and disease Number of competencies: (5) Number of procedures that re
quire certification:
(NIL)
CM2.1
Describe the steps and perform clinico socio-cultural and
S
SH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce/
demographic assessment of the individual, family and community
discussion, DOAP
Skill assessment
session
CM2.2
Describe the socio-cultural factors, family (types), its role in health
S
SH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce/
and disease & demonstrate in a simulated environment the correct
discussion, DOAP
Skill assessment
assessment of socio-economic status
session
CM2.3
Describe and demonstrate in a simulated environment the
S
SH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce/
assessment of barriers to good health and health seeking behavior
discussion, DOAP
Skill assessment
session
CM2.4
Describe social psychology, community behaviour and community
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
relationship and their impact on health and disease
discussion
CM2.5
Describe poverty and social security measures and its relationship
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
to health and disease
discussion
Topic: Environmental Health Problems
Number of competencies: (8) Number of procedures that
require certification:
(NIL)
CM3.1
Describe the health hazards of air, water, noise, radiation and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
pollution
discussion
ENT
CM3.2
Describe concepts of safe and wholesome water, sanitary sources
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
of water, water purification processes, water quality standards,
discussion, DOAP
concepts of water conservation and rainwater harvesting
session
CM3.3
Describe the aetiology and basis of water borne diseases
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Microbiology, General
/jaundice/hepatitis/ diarrheal diseases
discussion, DOAP
Medicine, Pediatrics
session
CM3.4
Describe the concept of solid waste, human excreta and sewage
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
disposal
discussion
42

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
CM3.5
Describe the standards of housing and the effect of housing on
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
health
discussion
CM3.6
Describe the role of vectors in the causation of diseases. Also
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Microbiology
discuss National Vector Borne disease Control Program
discussion
CM3.7
Identify and describe the identifying features and life cycles of
S
SH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce/
Microbiology
vectors of Public Health importance and their control measures
discussion, DOAP
Skill assessment
session
CM3.8
Describe the mode of action, application cycle of commonly used
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Pharmacology
insecticides and rodenticides
discussion
Topic: Principles of health promotion and education
Number of competencies: (3) Number of procedures that requi
re certification:
(NIL)
CM4.1
Describe various methods of health education with their advantages
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
and limitations
discussion
CM4.2
Describe the methods of organizing health promotion and education
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
and counselling activities at individual family and community
discussion
settings
CM4.3
Demonstrate and describe the steps in evaluation of health
S
SH
Y
Small group session, Written / Viva voce/
promotion and education program
DOAP session
Skill assessment
Topic: Nutrition
Number of competencies: (08) Number of procedures that re
quire certification:
(NIL)
CM5.1
Describe the common sources of various nutrients and special
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
nutritional requirements according to age, sex, activity, physiological
discussion
Pediatrics
conditions
CM5.2
Describe and demonstrate the correct method of performing a
S
SH
Y
DOAP sessions
Skill Assessment
General Medicine,
nutritional assessment of individuals, families and the community by
Pediatrics
using the appropriate method
43

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
CM5.3
Define and describe common nutrition related health disorders
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
(including macro-PEM, Micro-iron, Zn, iodine, Vit. A), their control
discussion
Pediatrics
and management
CM5.4
Plan and recommend a suitable diet for the individuals and families
S
SH
Y
DOAP sessions
Skill Assessment
General Medicine,
based on local availability of foods and economic status, etc in a
Pediatrics
simulated environment
CM5.5
Describe the methods of nutritional surveillance, principles of
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
nutritional education and rehabilitation in the context of socio-
discussion
Pediatrics
cultural factors.
CM5.6
Enumerate and discuss the National Nutrition Policy, important
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Pediatrics
national nutritional Programs including the Integrated Child
discussion
Development Services Scheme (ICDS) etc
CM5.7
Describe food hygiene
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Microbiology
discussion
CM5.8
Describe and discuss the importance and methods of food
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Pediatrics
fortification and effects of additives and adulteration
discussion
Topic: Basic statistics and its applications Number of competencies: (04) Number of pr
ocedures that require certification:
(NIL)
CM6.1
Formulate a research question for a study
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce/
General Medicine,
discussion, Lecture, Skill assessment
Pediatrics
DOAP sessions
CM6.2
Describe and discuss the principles and demonstrate the methods
S
SH
Y
Small group, Lecture, Written / Viva voce/
General Medicine,
of collection, classification, analysis, interpretation and presentation
DOAP sessions
Skill assessment
Pediatrics
of statistical data
CM6.3
Describe, discuss and demonstrate the application of elementary
S
SH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce/
General Medicine,
statistical methods including test of significance in various study
discussion, Lecture, Skill assessment
Pediatrics
designs
DOAP sessions
44

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
CM6.4
Enumerate, discuss and demonstrate Common sampling
S
SH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce/
General Medicine,
techniques, simple statistical methods, frequency distribution,
discussion, Lecture, Skill assessment
Pediatrics
measures of central tendency and dispersion
DOAP sessions
Topic: Epidemiology Number of competencies: (09) Number of procedures that requ
ire certification: (NIL)
CM7.1
Define Epidemiology and describe and enumerate the principles,
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
concepts and uses
discussion, Lecture
CM7.2
Enumerate, describe and discuss the modes of transmission and
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
measures for prevention and control of communicable and non-
discussion, Lecture
communicable diseases
CM7.3
Enumerate, describe and discuss the sources of epidemiological
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
data
discussion, Lecture
CM7.4
Define, calculate and interpret morbidity and mortality indicators
S
SH
Y
Small group, DOAP
Written/ Skill
General Medicine
based on given set of data
sessions
assessment
CM7.5
Enumerate, define, describe and discuss epidemiological study
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
designs
discussion, Lecture
CM7.6
Enumerate and evaluate the need of screening tests
S
SH
Y
Small group
Written/ Skill
General Medicine
discussion, DOAP
assessment
sessions
CM7.7
Describe and demonstrate the steps in the Investigation of an
S
SH
Y
Small group
Written/ Skill
General Medicine
Microbiology
epidemic of communicable disease and describe the principles of
discussion, DOAP
assessment
control measures
sessions
CM7.8
Describe the principles of association, causation and biases in
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
epidemiological studies
discussion, Lecture
CM7.9
Describe and demonstrate the application of computers in
S
KH
Y
Small group
Written
epidemiology
discussion, DOAP
sessions
45

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
Topic: Epidemiology of communicable and non- communi
cable diseases Number of competencies:(7) Number of procedures that require certification:(NIL)
CM8.1
Describe and discuss the epidemiological and control measures
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
Microbiology,
including the use of essential laboratory tests at the primary care
discussion, Lecture
Pediatrics
Pathology
level for communicable diseases
CM8.2
Describe and discuss the epidemiological and control measures
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
including the use of essential laboratory tests at the primary care
discussion, Lecture
level for Non Communicable diseases (diabetes, Hypertension,
Stroke, obesity and cancer etc.)
CM8.3
Enumerate and describe disease specific National Health Programs
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
including their prevention and treatment of a case
discussion, Lecture
Pediatrics
CM8.4
Describe the principles and enumerate the measures to control a
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
disease epidemic
discussion, Lecture
Pediatrics
CM8.5
Describe and discuss the principles of planning, implementing and
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
evaluating control measures for disease at community level bearing
discussion, Lecture
Pediatrics
in mind the public health importance of the disease
CM8.6
Educate and train health workers in disease surveillance, control &
S
SH
Y
DOAP sessions
Skill assessment
treatment and health education
CM8.7
Describe the principles of management of information systems
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
discussion, Lecture
Topic: Demography and vital statistics Number of competencies: (07) Number of procedures that re
quire certification:
(NIL)
CM9.1
Define and describe the principles of Demography, Demographic
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
cycle, Vital statistics
discussion, Lecture
CM9.2
Define, calculate and interpret demographic indices including birth
S
SH
Y
Lecture, Small group Skill assessment
Obstetrics &
rate, death rate, fertility rates
discussion, DOAP
Gynaecology,
sessions
Pediatrics
46

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
CM9.3
Enumerate and describe the causes of declining sex ratio and its
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
social and health implications
discussion, Lecture
CM9.4
Enumerate and describe the causes and consequences of
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
population explosion and population dynamics of India.
discussion, Lecture
CM9.5
Describe the methods of population control
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
Obstetrics &
discussion, Lecture
Gynaecology
CM9.6
Describe the National Population Policy
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
discussion, Lecture
CM9.7
Enumerate the sources of vital statistics including census, SRS,
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
NFHS, NSSO etc
discussion, Lecture
Topic: Reproductive maternal and child health
Number of competensies:(09) Number of procedur
es that require certification:
(NIL)
CM10.1
Describe the current status of Reproductive, maternal, newborn and
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
Obstetrics &
Child Health
discussion, Lecture
Gynaecology,
Pediatrics
CM10.2
Enumerate and describe the methods of screening high risk groups
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
Pediatrics, Obstetrics
and common health problems
discussion, Lecture
& Gynaecology
CM10.3
Describe local customs and practices during pregnancy, childbirth,
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
Pediatrics, Obstetrics
lactation and child feeding practices
discussion, Lecture
& Gynaecology
CM10.4
Describe the reproductive, maternal, newborn & child health
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
Obstetrics &
(RMCH); child survival and safe motherhood interventions
discussion, Lecture
Gynaecology,
Pediatrics
CM10.5
Describe Universal Immunization Program; Integrated Management
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
Pediatrics
of Neonatal and Childhood Illness (IMNCI) and other existing
discussion, Lecture
Programs.
CM10.6
Enumerate and describe various family planning methods, their
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
advantages and shortcomings
discussion, Lecture
47

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
CM10.7
Enumerate and describe the basis and principles of the Family
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
Welfare Program including the organization, technical and
discussion, Lecture
operational aspects
CM10.8
Describe the physiology, clinical management and principles of
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
adolescent health including ARSH
discussion, Lecture
CM10.9
Describe and discuss gender issues and women empowerment
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
discussion, Lecture
Topic: Occupational Health
Number of competencies: (05) Number of procedures that requi
re certification:
(NIL)
CM11.1
Enumerate and describe the presenting features of patients with
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
occupational illness including agriculture
discussion, Lecture
CM11.2
Describe the role, benefits and functioning of the employees state
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
insurance scheme
discussion, Lecture
CM11.3
Enumerate and describe specific occupational health hazards, their
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
risk factors and preventive measures
discussion, Lecture
CM11.4
Describe the principles of ergonomics in health preservation
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
discussion, Lecture
CM11.5
Describe occupational disorders of health professionals and their
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce
prevention & management
discussion, Lecture
Topic: Geriatric services
Number of competencies: (04) Number of procedures
that require certification: (NIL)
CM12.1
Define and describe the concept of Geriatric services
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
discussion
CM12.2
Describe health problems of aged population
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
discussion
CM12.3
Describe the prevention of health problems of aged population
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
discussion
48

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
CM12.4
Describe National program for elderly
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
discussion
Topic: Disaster Management
Number of competencies: (04) Number of procedures that
require certification:
(NIL)
CM13.1
Define and describe the concept of Disaster management
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Surgery,
discussion
General Medicine
CM13.2
Describe disaster management cycle
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Surgery,
discussion
General Medicine
CM13.3
Describe man made disasters in the world and in India
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Surgery,
discussion
General Medicine
CM13.4
Describe the details of the National Disaster management Authority
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Surgery,
discussion
General Medicine
Topic: Hospital waste management Number of competencies: (03) Number of procedures th
at require certification: (NIL)
CM14.1
Define and classify hospital waste
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Microbiology
discussion, visit to
hospital
CM14.2
Describe various methods of treatment of hospital waste
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Microbiology
discussion, visit to
hospital
CM14.3
Describe laws related to hospital waste management
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Microbiology
discussion
Topic: Mental Health
Number of competencies: (03) Number of procedur
es that require certification: (NIL)
CM15.1
Define and describe the concept of mental Health
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Psychiatry
discussion
CM15.2
Describe warning signals of mental health disorder
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Psychiatry
discussion
CM15.3
Describe National Mental Health program
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Psychiatry
discussion
49

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
Topic: Health planning and management
Number of competencies: (04) Number of procedures
that require certification: (NIL)
CM16.1
Define and describe the concept of Health planning
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM16.2
Describe planning cycle
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM16.3
Describe Health management techniques
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM16.4
Describe health planning in India and National policies related to
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
health and health planning
discussion
Topic: Health care of the communtiy
Number of competencies:(05) Number of pr
ocedures that require certification:
(NIL)
CM17.1
Define and describe the concept of health care to community
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM17.2
Describe community diagnosis
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM17.3
Describe primary health care, its components and principles
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM17.4
Describe National policies related to health and health planning and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
millennium development goals
discussion
CM17.5
Describe health care delivery in India
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
Topic: International Health
Number of competencies: (2) Number of procedures that require certionat(NIL)
CM18.1
Define and describe the concept of International health
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM18.2
Describe roles of various international health agencies
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
50

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
Topic: Essential Medicine
Number of competencies: (3) Number of procedures that re
quire certification: (NIL)
CM19.1
Define and describe the concept of Essential Medicine List (EML)
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Pharmacology
discussion
CM19.2
Describe roles of essential medicine in primary health care
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Pharmacology
discussion
CM19.3
Describe counterfeit medicine and its prevention
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Pharmacology
discussion
Topic: Recent advances in Community Medicine Number of competencies: (04) Number of pro
cedures that require certification:
(NIL)
CM20.1
List important public health events of last five years
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM20.2
Describe various issues during outbreaks and their prevention
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM 20.3
Describe any event important to Health of the Community
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
CM 20.4
Demonstrate awareness about laws pertaining to practice of
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
medicine such as Clinical establishment Act and Human Organ
discussion
Transplantation Act and its implications
Column C: K- Knowledge, S ? Skill, A - Attitude / professionalism, C- Communication.
Column D: K ? Knows, KH - Knows How, SH - Shows how, P- performs independently,
Column F: DOAP session ? Demonstrate, Observe, Assess, Perform.
Column H: If entry is P: indicate how many procedures must be done independently for certification/ graduation

Intergration
Physiology
PY9.6
Enumerate the contraceptive methods for male and female. Discuss
K
KH
Y
Lectures, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Obstetrics &
their advantages & disadvantages
discussion
Gynaecology,
Community Medicine
51

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
Biochemistry
BI8.5
Summarize the nutritional importance of commonly used items of
K
KH
Y
Lectures, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine,
food including fruits and vegetables.(macro-molecules & its
discussions
General Medicine,
importance)
Pediatrics
Pathology
PA12.1
Enumerate and describe the pathogenesis of disorders caused by
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
air pollution, tobacco and alcohol
discussion
PA26.5
Define and describe the etiology, types, exposure, environmental
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
influence, pathogenesis, stages, morphology, microscopic
discussion
Community Medicine
appearance and complications of Occupational lung disease
PA26.7
Define and describe the etiology, types, exposure, genetics
K
KH
N
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
environmental influence, pathogenesis, morphology, microscopic
discussion
Community Medicine
appearance and complications of mesothelioma
Microbiology
MI1.3
Describe the epidemiological basis of common infectious diseases
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine
MI8.4
Describe the etiologic agents of emerging Infectious diseases.
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine,
Community Medicine
Discuss the clinical course and diagnosis
discussion
Community Medicine
MI8.5
Define Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI) and enumerate the
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
General Medicine,
types. Discuss the factors that contribute to the development of HAI
discussion
Community Medicine
and the methods for prevention
MI8.6
Describe the basics of Infection control
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
discussion
52

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
MI8.7
Demonstrate Infection control practices and use of Personal
S
P
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment
3 each in General Surgery
Community Medicine
Protective Equipments (PPE)
(Hand
hygiene &
PPE)
MI8.16
Describe the National Health Programs in the prevention of common
K
K
Y
Lecture
Written / Viva voce
infectious disease (for information purpose only as taught in CM)
Pharmacology
PH1.55
Describe and discuss the following National Health programmes
K
KH
Y
Lecture
Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
including Immunisation, Tuberculosis, Leprosy, Malaria, HIV, Filaria,
Kala Azar, Diarrhoeal diseases, Anaemia & nutritional disorders,
Blindness, Non-communicable diseases, Cancer and Iodine
deficiency
Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
FM2.33
Demonstrate ability to use local resources whenever required like in A & C
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine
mass disaster situations
discussions
Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
DR9.1
Classify, describe the epidemiology, etiology, microbiology
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Microbiology,
pathogenesis and clinical presentations and diagnostic features of
discussions
Community Medicine
Leprosy
DR9.5
Enumerate the indications and describe the pharmacology,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
administration and adverse reaction of pharmacotherapies for
discussions
Community Medicine
various classes of leprosy based on national guidelines
DR9.6
Describe the treatment of Leprosy based on the WHO guidelines
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
General Medicine
Pharmacology,
discussions
Community Medicine
Ophthalmology
OP9.4
Enumerate, describe and discuss the causes of avoidable blindness
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
and the National Programs for Control of Blindness (including vision
discussions
2020)
53

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
Psychiatry
PS19.1
Describe the relevance, role and status of community psychiatry
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
discussion
PS19.2
Describe the objectives strategies and contents of the of the
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
National Mental Health Programme
discussion
PS19.4
Enumerate and describe the salient features of the prevalent mental
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
health laws in India
discussion
PS19.5
Describe the concept and principles of preventive psychiatry and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
mental health promotion (positive mental health); and community
discussion
education
General Medicine
IM2.1
Discuss and describe the epidemiology, antecedents and risk
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Pathology,
factors for atherosclerosis and ischemic heart disease
discussion
Physiology,
Community Medicine
IM4.3
Discuss and describe the common causes, pathophysiology and
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group Written
Microbiology,
manifestations of fever in various regions in India including
discussion
Community Medicine
bacterial, parasitic and viral causes (e.g. Dengue, Chikungunya,
Typhus)
IM9.15
Describe the national programs for anemia prevention
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Pharmacology,
discussion
Community Medicine
IM12.12
Describe and discuss the iodisation programs of the government of
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Bedside clinic short note
Community Medicine
India
IM14.4
Describe and discuss the impact of environmental factors including
K
K
Y
Lectures, Small group short note/ Viva voce
Pathology, Community
eating habits, food, work, environment and physical activity on the
discussions
Medicine
incidence of obesity
IM24.18
Describe the impact of the demographic changes in ageing on the
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
population
discussion
54

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
IM25.1
Describe and discuss the response and the influence of host
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group Written
Microbiology,
immune status, risk factors and comorbidities on zoonotic diseases
discussion
Community Medicine
(e.g. Leptospirosis, Rabies) and non-febrile infectious disease (e.g.
Tetanus)
IM25.2
Discuss and describe the common causes, pathophysiology and
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group Written
Microbiology,
manifestations of these diseases
discussion
Community Medicine
IM25.4
Elicit document and present a medical history that helps delineate
S
SH
Y
Bedside clinic, DOAP Skill assessment
Community Medicine
the aetiology of these diseases that includes the evolution and
session
pattern of symptoms, risk factors, exposure through occupation and
travel
IM25.13
Counsel the patient and family on prevention of various infections
C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment
Community Medicine,
due to environmental issues
General Medicine
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
OG1.1
Define and discuss birth rate, maternal mortality and morbidity
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Short notes
Community Medicine
discussions
OG1.2
Define and discuss perinatal mortality and morbidity including
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Short notes
Community Medicine Pediatrics
perinatal and neonatal mortality and morbidity audit
discussions
OG8.1
Enumerate describe and discuss the objectives of antenatal care,
K
KH
Y
Small group
Written / Viva voce/
Community Medicine
assessment of period of gestation; screening for high-risk factors
discussions, Bedside Skill assessment
clinics, Lecture
OG19.2
Counsel in a simulated environment, contraception and puerperal
S/A/C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment
Community Medicine
sterilisation
OG21.1
Describe and discuss the temporary and permanent methods of
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce/
Community Medicine
contraception, indications, technique and complications; selection of
discussions, Bedside Skill assessment
patients, side effects and failure rate including OC, male
clinics
contraception, emergency contraception and IUCD
OG33.3
Describe and demonstrate the screening for cervical cancer in a
K/S
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment
Community Medicine
simulated environment
Pediatrics
55

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
PE3.5
Discuss the role of the child developmental unit in management of
K
K
N
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine
developmental delay
discussion
PE3.7
Visit a Child Developmental unit and observe its functioning
S
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Log book Entry
Community Medicine
discussion
PE8.1
Define the term Complementary Feeding
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine
discussion
PE8.2
Discuss the principles the initiation, attributes , frequency,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
techniques and hygiene related to complementary feeding including
discussion
IYCF
PE8.3
Enumerate the common complimentary foods
K
K
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
discussion
PE8.4
Elicit history on the Complementary Feeding habits
S
SH
Y
Bedside clinics, Skills Skill Assessment
Community Medicine
lab
PE8.5
Counsel and educate mothers on the best practices in
A/C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Document in Log
Community Medicine
Complimentary Feeding
Book
PE9.1
Describe the age related nutritional needs of infants, children and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine,
adolescents including micronutrients and vitamins
discussion
Biochemistry
PE9.2
Describe the tools and methods for Assessment and classification
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
of Nutritional status of infants, children and adolescents
discussion,
PE9.4
Elicit, Document and present an appropriate nutritional history and
S
SH
Y
Bedside clinic, Skill
Skill Assessment
Community Medicine
perform a dietary recall
Lab
PE9.5
Calculate the age related Calorie requirement in Health and Disease
S
SH
Y
Bedside clinics, Small Skill assessment
Community Medicine
and identify gap
group discussion
PE9.6
Assess and classify the nutrition status of infants, children and
S
SH
Y
Bedside clinic, Small Skill Assessment
Community Medicine
adolescents and recognize deviations
group discussion
PE9.7
Plan an appropriate diet in Health and disease
S
SH
N
Bedside clinic, Small Document in logbook
Community Medicine
group discussion
56

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
PE10.4
Identify children with under nutrition as per IMNCI criteria and plan
S
SH
Y
DOAP session
Document in log book
Community Medicine
referral
PE17.1
State the vision and outline the goals, strategies and plan of action
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine
of NHM and other important national programs pertaining to
discussion
maternal and child health including RMNCH A+, RBSK, RKSK,
JSSK mission Indradhanush and ICDS
PE17.2
Analyse the outcomes and appraise the monitoring and evaluation
K
KH
Y
Debate
Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine
of NHM
PE18.1
List and explain the components, plans, outcomes of Reproductive
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine Obstetrics &
child health (RCH) program and appraise the monitoring and
discussion
Gynaecology
evaluation
PE18.2
Explain preventive interventions for Child survival and safe
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine Obstetrics &
motherhood
discussion
Gynaecology
PE18.3
Conduct Antenatal examination of women independently and apply
S
SH
Y
Bedside clinics
Skill station
Community Medicine Obstetrics &
at-risk approach in antenatal care
Gynaecology
PE18.4
Provide intra-natal care and conduct a normal Delivery in a
S
SH
Y
DOAP session, Skills Document in Log
Community Medicine Obstetrics &
simulated environment
lab
Book
Gynaecology
PE18.6
Perform Postnatal assessment of newborn and mother, provide
S
SH
Y
Bedside clinics, Skill Skill Assessment
Community Medicine Obstetrics &
advice on breast feeding, weaning and on family planning
Lab
Gynaecology
PE18.8
Observe the implementation of the program by Visiting the Rural
S
KH
Y
Bedside clinics, Skill Document in log book
Community Medicine Obstetrics &
Health Centre
Lab
Gynaecology
PE19.1
Explain the components of the Universal immunization Program and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine,
the sub National Immunization Programs
discussion
Microbiology
PE19.2
Explain the epidemiology of Vaccine preventable diseases
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine,
discussion
Microbiology
PE19.3
Vaccine description with regard to classification of vaccines, strain
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Community Medicine,
used, dose, route, schedule, risks, benefits and side effects,
discussion
Microbiology
indications and contraindications
PE19.4
Define cold chain and discuss the methods of safe storage and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine,
handling of vaccines
discussion
Microbiology
57

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
PE19.5
Discuss immunization in special situations ? HIV positive children,
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine,
immunodeficiency, preterm , organ transplants, those who received
discussion
Microbiology
blood and blood products, splenectomised children, Adolescents,
travellers
PE19.8
Demonstrate willingness to participate in the National and sub
A
SH
Y
Lecture, Small group Document in Log
Community Medicine
national immunisation days
discussion
Book
PE19.12
Observe the Administration the UIP vaccines
S
SH
Y
DOAP session
Document in Log
Community Medicine
Book
PE29.5
Discuss the National anaemia Control program
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
discussion
PE34.3
Discuss the various regimens for management of Tuberculosis as
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology,
Respiratory Medicine
per National Guidelines
discussion
Community Medicine,
Pharmacology
PE34.4
Discuss the preventive strategies adopted and the objectives and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written/ Viva voce
Microbiology,
Respiratory Medicine
outcome of the National Tuberculosis Control Program
discussion
Community Medicine,
Pharmacology
General Surgery
SU7.1
Describe the Planning and conduct of Surgical audit
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
discussion
SU7.2
Describe the principles and steps of clinical research in surgery
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
discussion
Respiratory Medicine
CT1.1
Describe and discuss the epidemiology of tuberculosis and its
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
impact on the work, life and economy of India
discussion
CT1.4
Describe the epidemiology, the predisposing factors and microbial
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine,
and therapeutic factors that determine resistance to drugs
discussion
Microbiology,
Pharmacology
58

Number
COMPETENCY
Domain Level
Core Suggested Teaching
Suggested
Number
Vertical Integration
Horizontal
The student should be able to
K/S/A/C K/KH/
Y/N
learning method
Assessment method required
Integration
SH/P
to certify
P
CT1.15
Prescribe an appropriate antituberculosis regimen based on the
K
SH
Y
Bedside clinic, Small Skill assessment
Pharmacology,
location of disease, smear positivity and negativity and co-
group discussion,
Community Medicine
morbidities based on current national guidelines including directly
Lecture
observed tuberculosis therapy (DOTS)
CT1.16
Describe the appropriate precautions, screening, testing and
K
KH
Y
Bedside clinic, Small Written
Community Medicine
indications for chemoprophylaxis for contacts and exposed health
group discussion
care workers
CT1.18
Educate health care workers on national programs of Tuberculosis
C
SH
Y
DOAP session
Skill assessment
Community Medicine
and administering and monitoring the DOTS program
CT2.24
Recognise the impact of OAD on patient's quality of life, well being,
A
KH
Y
Small group
Observation by faculty
Community Medicine
work and family
discussion, Bedside
clinic
CT2.25
Discuss and describe the impact of OAD on the society and
K
KH
Y
Lecture, Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
workplace
discussion
CT2.26
Discuss and describe preventive measures to reduce OAD in
K
KH
Y
Lecture,Small group Written / Viva voce
Community Medicine
workplaces
discussion
CT2.27
Demonstrate an understanding of patient's inability to change
A
KH
Y
Small group
Observation by faculty
Community Medicine
working, living and environmental factors that influence progression
discussion, Bedside
of airway disease
clinic
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