Year 1: Tutorial 3

Question 1

What are the aims of a GP consultation ?

Answer 1

Initiating the Session
Gathering Information
Providing Structure
Building Relationship
Explanation and Planning
Closing the Session

Question 2

Roger Neighbor lists the tasks of a consultation from a doctor’s view, what are they ?

Answer 2

To connect with the patient.

Summarize and verbally check that the reasons for attendance are clear.

Hand over and bring the consultation to a close.

Ensure to safety net.

Deal with housekeeping of recovery and reflection.

Question 3

What are some strategies for managing risk and uncertainty ?

Answer 3

Accept that uncertainty is a normal part of GP.

Developing a good Dr. and pt. relationship.

Considering the pt as an individual and take their background into consideration.

Using external evidence based practice.

Looking for “red flag” symptoms.

Good organization and note keeping.

Reflective practice.

Peer group discussion.