Personal Insights Flashcards
1
Q
How to answer strengths question (4)
A
- don’t be too humble
- avoid repeating yourself
- skills a good doctor should have
- state all the traits they ask for
2
Q
What are three of your strengths
A
Reliable - working at a pharmacy
Caring - supporting children with additional support needs
Organised - all my volunteering roles
3
Q
How to answer weakness question (
A
- cliches ❌
- don’t say something terrible
- realise you posses this trait
- how are you working to Improve it
- reflecting
4
Q
What are types of stressed doctors and medical students may face
A
- emotional
- psychological
- time pressure
- studying for exams
- upholding placement schedule
- life commitment
5
Q
Stress identification and management 3 points
A
- Identify when you’re stressed
- Explain how you deal with it
- Reflect why stress management matters
6
Q
Examples of actions to control stress
A
- gain some perspective
- write a list
- prioritise
- take action
- get support where needed
7
Q
What is a solution for long term stress release
A
- hobbies connections with others
8
Q
Resilience definition
A
The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties
