Planning, Aims and Objectives

At least 1 week before the tutorial, agree the topic with your trainer

Discuss what features about the topic would be particularly helpful to discuss in greater depth i.e. the learning objectives. Think about the issues you need to understand to be able to apply the factual knowledge to your every day practice e.g. when to refer patients for consideration of secondary causes of hypertension, rather than discussing very rare possible underlying conditions in detail.

Agree who will do what before the tutorial e.g.:

• look up references,
• prepare information,
• consider some clinical scenarios,
• find clinical guidelines or practice protocols.

Try to make it Evidence-Based.

Ensure an un-interrupted session, preferably not in the consulting room.

Turn up on time, which will encourage your trainer to be prompt.

Prior to starting, discuss any outstanding patient concerns with your trainer so that you can concentrate on the tutorial

At start of tutorial agree a timing schedule for each area.

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Study guide written by: Mark Dinwoodie  

Last updated: 10 October 2003

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