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Assessment and Evaluation Flashcards

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  1. A GP uses the Calgary-Cambridge model during a consultation. Which phase specifically focuses on gathering information about the patient's ideas, concerns, and expectations?

    Answer: Gathering information

    The gathering information phase of the Calgary-Cambridge model explores both the biomedical perspective and the patient's ICE (ideas, concerns, expectations).

  2. When assessing a patient's functional status using the Barthel Index, which domain is NOT typically included?

    Answer: Cognitive function

    The Barthel Index assesses physical ADLs such as feeding, mobility, and continence but does not include cognitive function.

  3. In the context of FRACGP assessment, which tool is most appropriate for screening adolescents for alcohol use disorder?

    Answer: CRAFFT questionnaire

    The CRAFFT questionnaire is validated for use in adolescents aged 12–21 years to screen for alcohol and substance use disorders.

  4. A 72-year-old patient scores 23/30 on the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). How should this result be interpreted?

    Answer: Mild cognitive impairment

    An MMSE score of 21–24 suggests mild cognitive impairment; scores below 20 indicate moderate to severe dementia.

  5. Which validated tool is recommended in Australian general practice for assessing the severity of depression after a positive PHQ-2 screen?

    Answer: PHQ-9

    The PHQ-9 is the recommended follow-up tool after a positive PHQ-2 screen to quantify depression severity in general practice.

  6. During a chronic disease management review, a GP evaluates a diabetic patient's self-monitoring blood glucose log. Which aspect of assessment best reflects 'process of care'?

    Answer: Whether foot examination was performed

    Process of care measures assess whether recommended clinical actions (e.g., foot examination) were actually performed, distinct from outcomes or structure.

  7. A GP applies the 'HEADSS' assessment framework to a 16-year-old patient. What does the second 'S' in HEADSS stand for?

    Answer: Safety

    In the HEADSS psychosocial assessment tool, the letters stand for Home, Education/Employment, Activities, Drugs, Sexuality, and Safety/Suicide.