Module 1: Introduction to Medical Spanish
Overview:
Introduction to the importance of medical Spanish in healthcare settings.
Basic Spanish phrases and greetings.
Introduction to cultural considerations in Spanish-speaking communities.
Topics:
Spanish alphabet and pronunciation.
Essential greetings and common expressions.
Introducing yourself and your role in healthcare.
Cultural aspects and etiquette in medical settings.
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Module 2: Patient History and Assessment
Overview:
Learning how to take a patient’s history in Spanish.
Understanding key phrases for patient interviews.
How to ask about symptoms and medical background.
Topics:
Asking about personal information (age, occupation, etc.).
Inquiring about chief complaints and symptoms.
Exploring medical history (allergies, medications, surgeries).
Family medical history and social history.
 
Module 3: Medical Terminology for Common Conditions
Overview:
Key medical vocabulary for common illnesses and injuries.
How to explain symptoms and diagnose common conditions in Spanish.
Topics:
Vocabulary for respiratory, cardiovascular, and digestive issues.
Common injuries and their Spanish terminology.
Asking about symptoms related to fever, pain, and fatigue.
 
Module 4: Examining the Patient
Overview:
Spanish phrases for performing physical examinations.
How to guide patients during an exam.
Understanding examination-related vocabulary.
Topics:
Describing body parts and common physical symptoms.
Asking the patient to perform movements or actions (e.g., "raise your arm").
Checking vital signs in Spanish (temperature, pulse, blood pressure).
 
Module 5: Explaining Diagnoses and Treatment Plans
Overview:
How to communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care in Spanish.
Providing clear instructions for medication and therapy.
Topics:
Explaining diagnoses in simple terms.
Offering treatment options and explaining procedures.
Instructing patients on how to take medications, schedule appointments, etc.
 
Module 6: Emergency Situations and Medical Urgencies
Overview:
Learning emergency-related medical vocabulary.
How to handle urgent situations involving Spanish-speaking patients.
Topics:
Recognizing symptoms of medical emergencies (heart attacks, strokes, accidents).
Asking for urgent assistance and providing emergency instructions.
Discussing immediate care for life-threatening situations.
 
Module 7: Pediatric and Geriatric Care
Overview:
Special language considerations when working with children and elderly patients.
Using simple language for pediatric care and clear communication for elderly patients.
Topics:
Pediatric vocabulary: Asking about symptoms in children, describing illnesses, and comforting young patients.
Geriatric care: Addressing common concerns in older patients, explaining treatments in simpler terms.
 
Module 8: Patient Education and Discharge Instructions
Overview:
Teaching patients how to manage their health post-visit.
How to provide clear, understandable discharge instructions in Spanish.
Topics:
Explaining follow-up appointments and lifestyle changes.
Providing instructions for post-surgery care or chronic illness management.
Discussing preventive care in Spanish (e.g., vaccinations, screenings).