FRACGP Assessment and Evaluation 3

Question 1

A GP wants to evaluate quality of care across their practice using a criterion audit. Which step comes FIRST in the audit cycle?

Accepted Answer

Setting the criterion and standard

Answer

The audit cycle begins with defining the criterion (what should happen) and setting the standard (the acceptable threshold) before data collection.

Question 2

When using the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10) in Australian general practice, a score of 30 or above indicates:

Accepted Answer

Very high distress

Answer

K10 scores of 30–50 indicate very high psychological distress, warranting urgent mental health assessment and management.

Question 3

Which assessment tool is specifically designed to evaluate functional decline in older adults and predict risk of falls?

Accepted Answer

Timed Up and Go (TUG) test

Answer

The Timed Up and Go test measures mobility and dynamic balance, and a time of ≥12 seconds predicts increased fall risk in older adults.

Question 4

In general practice evaluation, 'reliability' of an assessment tool refers to:

Accepted Answer

Consistency of results when the test is repeated under the same conditions

Answer

Reliability refers to the reproducibility of a test — consistent results under similar conditions — distinct from validity (accuracy).

Question 5

A GP assesses a patient's readiness to change smoking behaviour using the Transtheoretical Model. The patient states, 'I've been thinking about quitting but haven't set a date.' Which stage is this patient in?

Accepted Answer

Contemplation

Answer

Contemplation is characterised by awareness of the problem and consideration of change within the next 6 months, but without commitment to a specific plan.

(FRACGP) Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Practice Test

(FRACGP) Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Practice Test

FRACGP Assessment and Evaluation 3