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Table 1 Blueprint for the three sections of the situational judgment test

From: The validity of a behavioural multiple-mini-interview within an assessment centre for selection into specialty training

1. Analytical/problem solving:

• Ability to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information critically, to make rational evidence-based judgments and generate appropriate solutions.

• Awareness of holistic aspects of patient care and how to manage their influence.

2. Professional/ethical:

• Demonstrated professional demeanour, shows respect for the views of others; Commitment to life-long learning and continuous professional development;

• Acceptance of professional code of ethics and legal obligations such as special duty of care, equity of access, confidentiality requirements, honesty and integrity;

• Commitment to maintain professional standards;

• Ability to develop professional networks.

3. Clinical knowledge:

• Sufficient knowledge of how to manage common acute & chronic problems and how to recognise & respond to significantly ill patients within posed clinical problems;

• Ability to develop working diagnoses;

• Ability to judiciously prescribe medication and order investigations;

 

• Ability to apply clinical knowledge effectively and appropriately