| Blueprint ID | Learning Objectives |
| 10931 | Obtain pertinent information about the patient. |
| 10932 | Perform an appropriate physical examination. |
| 10933 | Order relevant investigations. |
| 10934 | Determine reasonable diagnosis(es). |
| 10935 | Formulate management plans for short and long term care. |
| 10936 | Demonstrate a compassionate interest, respect, and understanding of the patient as an individual, while maintaining a professional relationship. |
| 10937 | Listen and interpret information. |
| 10938 | Elicit the concerns of the patient using non-directive (open-ended) and directive (closed-ended) questions, paraphrasing and summarizing when appropriate. |
| 10939 | Evaluate information gained from non-verbal communication. |
| 10940 | Describe the effect of their own affective response on the doctor/patient relationship. |
| 10941 | Demonstrate non-judgmental behavior. |
| 10942 | Outline the socio-cultural and individual influences that affect the doctor/patient relationship, such as: (a) sex role and gender identity of both the physician and patient (b) socio-cultural and religious differences (c) lifestyle |
| 10943 | Demonstrate ways of dealing effectively with difficult situations (e.g., excessively talkative and rambling, reticent, excessively quiet, crying, hostile and/or angry patients. |
| 10944 | Demonstrate ways of dealing effectively with the mentally and physically disabled patient. |
| 10945 | Elicit and interpret the anxieties related to embarrassment, fear of disease and confidentiality. |
| 10946 | Discuss sensitive issues such as sexual dysfunction, and family dysfunction. |
| 10947 | Discuss the emotional effects of physiological events. |
| 10948 | Demonstrate emotional and social support to gain confidence and cooperation. |
| 10949 | Evaluate the interaction between members of a family where appropriate. |
| 10950 | Discuss information at the appropriate intellectual level for all ages and conditions. |
| 10951 | Elicit and interpret pertinent events from the patient, family or other sources. |
| 10952 | Demonstrate the ability to modify their history according to the severity and urgency of the problem at hand. |
| 10953 | Perform a physical examination appropriate to the age of the patient and nature of the clinical problem(s) presented. |
| 10954 | Elicit and interpret information through continuous observation |
| 10955 | Demonstrate the ability to record and/or summarize information in a timely manner. |
| 10956 | Provide a clear definition of the patient`s problems upon which to base further investigation, diagnosis and ongoing management. |
| 10957 | Select and interpret appropriate laboratory and other diagnostic procedures that confirm the diagnosis; exclude other important diagnoses or determine the degree of dysfunction. |
| 10958 | Discuss the limitations and contraindications of common investigations. |
| 10959 | Determine the reliability and predictive value of common investigations. |
| 10960 | State the effect of demographic considerations on the sensitivity and specificity of diagnostic tests. |
| 10961 | Demonstrate ways to deal effectively with unexpected findings, ill-defined results or normal variance not indicative of disease. |
| 10962 | Outline the physiological, biochemical and pathological principles of common investigations |
| 10963 | Perform common procedures using the appropriate instruments and materials. |
| 10964 | Describe any discomfort, harm or inconvenience to the patient associated with the investigations they have selected. |
| 10965 | Differentiate between important and spurious information. |
| 10966 | Interpret pertinent data in order to: (a) list and prioritize a differential diagnosis for common clinical problems (b) diagnose specific common diseases (c) diagnose more rare, but life threatening diseases |
| 10967 | Differentiate among acute emergency situations, acute exacerbations of chronic illnesses and serious but non-emergency situations. |
| 10968 | List the indications for specialized care and/or consultation. |
| 10969 | Discuss pertinent information with other members of the health care team including consultants. |
| 10970 | Evaluate critically, their own professional competencies and determine their personal learning needs. |
| 10971 | Outline the initial management for both common and more rare but life-threatening conditions. |
| 10972 | Determine the importance of time and place in determining appropriate management. |
| 10973 | Evaluate the response to therapy and other management. |
| 10974 | State the pharmacologic effects, the clinical application including indications, contraindications, major side effects and interactions of commonly used drugs. |
| 10975 | Discuss the diagnosis, treatment plan and prognosis with the patient, family and other concerned individuals, where appropriate. |
| 10976 | Outline the contribution and expertise of other health care professionals and community agencies. |
| 10977 | Select the appropriate multidisciplinary teams for the optimal care of patients. |
| 10978 | Select psychological methods of treatment where appropriate. |
| 10979 | Formulate preventive measures into their management strategies. |
| 10980 | Communicate with the patient, the patient`s family and concerned others with regard to risk factors and their modification where appropriate. |
| 10981 | Describe programs for the promotion of health including screening for, and the prevention of, illness. |
| 10982 | Describe the concept of illness behaviour and its influence on health care. |
| 10983 | Evaluate medical evidence in both clinical and academic situations. |
| 10984 | Evaluate scientific literature in order to critically assess the benefits and risks of current and proposed methods of investigation, treatment and prevention of illness. |
| 10985 | Demonstrate the use of the computer for appropriate data retrieval and function. |
| 10986 | Define the socio-economic rationales, implications and consequences of medical care. |
| 10987 | Outline the principles of cost containment, cost benefit analysis and cost effectiveness. |
| 10988 | Discuss the principles of law, biomedical ethics and other social aspects related to common practice situations. |
| 10989 | Describe key indications, contraindications, risks, and benefits and demonstrate step-by-step performance with technical proficiency: venipuncture, blood culture, nasogastric tube, urethral catheterization, throat culture, arterial blood gas, electrocardiogram, peripheral intravenous catheter insertion, digital rectal examination, place and interpret a tuberculin skin test (PPD) |
| 10990 | Demonstrate obtaining informed consent, when necessary, for basic procedures, including the explanation of the purpose, possible complications, alternative approaches, and conditions necessary to make the procedure as comfortable, safe, and interpretable as possible. |
| 10991 | Demonstrate a knowledge of the key indications, contraindications, risks, and benefits of the following procedures: arthrocentesis, flexible sigmoidoscopy, thoracentesis, paracentesis, skin biopsy, central venous catheterization, lumbar puncture, Swan Ganz catheterization, bone marrow aspiration |
| 10992 | Obtain informed consent for advanced procedures, including the explanation of the purpose, possible complications, alternative approaches, and conditions necessary to make the procedure as comfortable, safe, and interpretable as possible. |
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