OBJ - Concept Maps & CIP

Question 1

Define concept maps and clinical integrative puzzles (CIPs)

Answer 1

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Question 2

Concept Map/ C-maps

Answer 2

Best for intertwining details (TV Show 24)

Broad concept at top work through to more specific concepts

Linking words - solid line
Cross links = Dashed line

You create flow chart & meaningful associations

Graphic representations to depict understanding of the meaning of a set of
concepts (broad to specific)

Clinical reasoning strategy

A learning tool
– Fosters understanding of idea(s)
– Demonstrates understanding of idea(s)
– Connect basic and clinical sciences

Unique to the author
– Reflect understanding of a topic
– Communicate multiple “levels”/richness to others
– Outline for interactive sessions

Make Online: http://cmap.ihmc.us/

Higher quality maps have more:
– Concepts/“levels”
– “Branches”
– Specific linking words
– Cross links

Question 3

Constructing a concept map “from scratch”

Answer 3

1) Identify most general concept and place at the top of the map
2) Identify more specific concepts that relate to the general concept
3) Tie the general and specific concepts together with linking words in some fashion that makes sense
4) Look for cross links between domains (“branches”)

Question 4

Clinical integrative puzzles (CIPs)

Answer 4

COMPARE & CONTRAST alternative options/diagnoses/treatments/etc.

Clinical “crossword puzzle”

• Given the framework (vs. c-map where you create it)
• Organize information

i. e. Possible Diagnoses on Y & HPI/Exam Findings on X
- Possible Treatments on Y & Benefits/Side-effects on X