MSRA Essential MSRA 5

Question 1

The MSRA is delivered in which format?

Accepted Answer

Computer-based test at approved test centres or online

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Paper-based written exam only

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Purely an oral examination

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A practical clinical exam

Question 2

Why might two doctors applying to different specialties both sit the MSRA?

Accepted Answer

Many specialties share the MSRA as a common selection assessment

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It is only for one specialty

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It is a random requirement

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Specialties never use the same test

Question 3

When a PD question asks for the 'least appropriate' action, you should select the option that:

Accepted Answer

Most clearly breaches professional standards or risks patient safety

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Best protects the patient

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Involves a senior

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Documents the event

Question 4

Which of these is a key professional attribute tested by the PD paper?

Accepted Answer

Empathy and effective communication

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Memorisation speed

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Manual dexterity

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Knowledge of statistics

Question 5

A candidate unsure between two CPS options with seconds left should:

Accepted Answer

Make their best-informed guess since there is no negative marking

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Leave it blank to be safe

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Select two answers

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Report the question as faulty

Question 6

MSRA results are typically reported as:

Accepted Answer

Scores for each paper that contribute to an overall ranking

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A simple pass/fail only

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A written feedback essay

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Hospital placement letters

Question 7

Which statement about MSRA preparation is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Practising timed questions for both papers improves performance

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No preparation helps

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Only the PD paper needs practice

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Only the CPS paper needs practice