TAGME Program Administration 3

Question 1

Which document must a program submit to ACGME that provides a comprehensive self-assessment of educational outcomes and program quality?

Accepted Answer

Annual Program Evaluation (APE)

Answer

The Annual Program Evaluation (APE) is the formal self-assessment required by ACGME that programs must conduct each year to review educational outcomes, curriculum, and faculty development.

Question 2

Under the NRMP Match, what is the consequence for a program that violates the Match Participation Agreement by making pre-match commitments to applicants?

Accepted Answer

The program may face sanctions including suspension from the Match

Answer

Programs that violate the NRMP Match Participation Agreement by offering pre-match commitments may face sanctions including suspension or termination from future Match participation.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of the Program Evaluation Committee (PEC) in a residency program?

Accepted Answer

To review and improve the overall educational program using outcome data

Answer

The PEC is responsible for evaluating the overall program's effectiveness, reviewing outcome data, and making recommendations to improve the educational experience.

Question 4

Which type of ACGME accreditation status requires a program to submit a response within 30 days addressing specific areas of non-compliance?

Accepted Answer

Continued Accreditation with Probation

Answer

'Continued Accreditation with Probation' is a serious status that requires programs to submit a formal response addressing non-compliance within a defined period, often 30 days.

Question 5

When must a sponsoring institution notify the ACGME of a program closure to allow sufficient time for resident transfer?

Accepted Answer

At least 12 months before the effective closure date

Answer

ACGME requires sponsoring institutions to notify them at least 12 months before a program closure so that residents have adequate time to transfer to another accredited program.

TAGME - Training Administrators of Graduate Medical Education Practice Test

TAGME - Training Administrators of Graduate Medical Education Practice Test

TAGME Program Administration 3