> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ismms-md-program.gitbook.io/medinfoapp/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ismms-md-program.gitbook.io/medinfoapp/ascend-phase-2-clerkships/surgery-anesthesiology/required-clinical-experiences-rce.md). # Required Clinical Experiences (RCE) RCE ensure that students have adequate exposure to a variety of specialty-relevant presenting complaints commonly seen in the clerkship’s clinical setting. Ensuring completion of the Required Clinical Experiences is a joint responsibility of the student and the clerkship director(s). Students are responsible to complete each RCE *and* log completion on One45. Clerkship directors are responsible to review One45 logs and provide advice and guidance to students regarding how to complete any missing RCEs. In the event that a student is not able to complete an RCE, the student must complete the associated Alternate Learning Experience (ALE). The ALEs associated with each RCE are [found here](https://ismms-md-program.gitbook.io/medinfoapp/~/changes/236/clerkship-resources/logging-required-clinical-experiences/alternate-learning-experience-ale) and may include online modules, readings, video recordings, and/or in-person instruction. Students MUST have logged all RCEs in One45 by the day of the clerkship’s shelf exam in order to pass the clerkship. You can read more about RCEs in our policy in the Student Handbook under Phase 2 and 3 Policies and Procedures, [here](https://ismms-md-program.gitbook.io/medical-student-handbook/policies-and-procedures/md-program-specific-policies-and-procedures/year-3-4-and-phase-2-3-policies-and-procedures#required-clinical-experiences-policy-this-policy-provides-information-about-the-required-clinical-ex). **Students will perform all components listed next to each RCE:** ### Surgery-Anesthesiology Clerkship **RCE Clinical Conditions (Non-Procedural)**
Clinical ConditionAssociated Skills
Abdominal Pain (Adult)
  • Obtain the patient history
  • Conduct a physical exam
  • Interpret data
  • Present case
Fluid or Electrolyte Disorder
  • interpret pertinent patient data
Assess for postoperative pain
  • obtain patient history
  • conduct a physical exam
Assess a surgical incision for signs of healing and infection
  • Conduct a physical exam
**RCE Clinical Conditions (Procedural)**
ProceduresLevel of Student Responsibility
Perform airway management (mask ventilation and either laryngeal airway (LMA) or endotracheal tube placement).Active Participation (Full)
Perform at least one dressing change on a surgical patient.Active Participation (Full)
Demonstrate at least one appropriate scrubbing technique.Active Participation (Full)
Demonstrate knot-tying technique (instrument tie, two-handed or one-handed tie).Active Participation (Full)
Perform at least one technique for suturing.Active Participation (Full)