Students facing challenges in clinical settings may benefit from audio recording of the patient interview as an accommodation. For learners whose functional limitations include difficulty with auditory processing, concentration, short‐term memory, and writing, the Livescribe smartpen may remove barriers on the wards and in the clinic.
Determining accommodations in the clinical setting begins with advanced planning that includes collaboration, investigation, and creativity. During the early stages of any health science program, DS providers should anticipate and discuss the students' future needs in the clinical portion of the program. DS providers will need to think of who to involve and why, what accommodation or equipment is needed, when to disclose disability information, where students will intern, and how needs will be met. Finally, effective DS providers understand the overall requirements of health science programs, the core competencies and technical standards, and the culture and nuance of the clinic sites. Plus, they have established relationships with clerkship coordinators and directors.
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