TAGME Recruitment and Resident Selection 4

Question 1

Under ERAS, what is the latest date programs may begin reviewing applications in the standard timeline?

Accepted Answer

October 21

Answer

ERAS opens applications to programs on October 21, the standard date programs may begin reviewing applicant materials.

Question 2

Which of the following represents a legally prohibited question during a residency interview?

Accepted Answer

Are you planning to have children?

Answer

Asking about family planning intentions is prohibited under Title VII as it can constitute sex or pregnancy discrimination.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of the NRMP's Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program (SOAP)?

Accepted Answer

To fill unfilled positions after the main Match

Answer

SOAP is a structured process that allows unmatched applicants to apply to unfilled positions immediately after main Match Day results are released.

Question 4

A program director wants to guarantee a specific applicant a position before rank lists are submitted. This action is:

Accepted Answer

A violation of the NRMP Match Participation Agreement

Answer

Pre-Match commitments or guarantees violate the NRMP Match Participation Agreement and can result in sanctions for the program.

Question 5

Which accreditation body requires programs to document their resident selection criteria and make them available to applicants?

Accepted Answer

ACGME

Answer

ACGME program requirements mandate that programs have written selection criteria and that these are accessible to applicants.

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