TAGME Recruitment and Resident Selection 5

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'holistic review' in residency application screening?

Accepted Answer

Evaluating applicants using a broad set of academic, experiential, and personal attributes

Answer

Holistic review considers the full range of an applicant's background, experiences, and attributes rather than relying on single metrics like test scores.

Question 2

When must NRMP rank lists be certified by program directors?

Accepted Answer

By midnight Eastern on the rank order list deadline day

Answer

NRMP requires rank order lists to be certified by midnight Eastern time on the designated deadline day to be included in the Match algorithm.

Question 3

A program receives an application from an IMG with ECFMG certification. Which statement is accurate?

Accepted Answer

ECFMG certification confirms the applicant has met minimum standards for GME entry

Answer

ECFMG certification verifies that an IMG has met educational and examination requirements deemed necessary to enter accredited GME programs in the US.

Question 4

A program administrator notices that interview offers disproportionately exclude applicants from underrepresented minority groups. The best corrective action is to:

Accepted Answer

Review and audit screening criteria for potential bias

Answer

Auditing screening criteria for implicit bias is the recommended first step to identify and correct systemic disparities in interview selection.

Question 5

According to ACGME requirements, programs must inform applicants of their selection criteria. This information should be communicated:

Accepted Answer

Prior to or at the time of application

Answer

ACGME requires that programs make selection criteria available to applicants prior to or at the time of application so candidates can make informed decisions.

TAGME - Training Administrators of Graduate Medical Education Practice Test

TAGME - Training Administrators of Graduate Medical Education Practice Test

TAGME Recruitment and Resident Selection 5