Fig. 1

Gap of the perceived importance of and satisfaction with the learning outcomes according to the patients

The matrix shows that fifteen learning outcomes are rated more important than its rate of satisfaction the patients (mean; importance, satisfaction). The arrows show the standard deviation of the ratings of importance and of satisfaction for the given learning outcome

The mean ratings and the standard deviation of the following items are shown in parentheses. Maximum of importance and satisfaction: The timely theoretical and practical knowledge to the everyday work (4.86; 4.34, difference: -0.52). Minimum of importance and satisfaction: Respecting individual specialty during patient care (e.g. familiar background, emotional state, sexual orientation): (3.31; 3.71, difference: 0,40)

The only positive GAP: Respecting individual specialty during patient care (e.g. familiar background, emotional state, sexual orientation): (3.31; 3.71, difference: 0,40)

We registered the biggest gaps in the following learning outcomes:

Respecting human dignity of the patients and the relatives during patient care (-0.85)

Giving information suitable to the patients’ qualification, cultural background, cognitive state (-0.83)

Fully informing patients about their diseases (-0.80)

Handling patients as equals and with respect (-0.75)

An ongoing positive and motivated approach to work (-0.73)