AKT question relating to Clinical Skills Assessment skills

Abstract

Single Best Answer

Trainee GPs are often encouraged to think about the ‘golden minute’, referring to the importance of the consultations first minute or so.

When considering the first minute or so of the consultation, which tasks are usually most important? Which SINGLE option is MOST appropriate? Select ONE option only.

Asking carefully structured questions about the patient’s condition

Checking for shared understanding

Establishing the reason for attendance with detailed questions

Open questioning and good active listening

Putting the patient at ease and establishing rapport with personal anecdotes

Answer DOI: 10.1177/1755738018808446