MCQs on Methods of Clinical Teaching

1. What is the primary goal of bedside teaching?

○ A) To assess clinical skills only
○ B) To diagnose patients
○ C) To link theoretical knowledge with practical application
○ D) To reduce patient workload
○ Answer: C
2. The “One-Minute Preceptor” technique in clinical teaching includes which of
the following steps?
○ A) Probing for supporting evidence
○ B) Ignoring student mistakes
○ C) Giving delayed feedback
○ D) Using complex language
○ Answer: A
3. Which of the following is NOT a component of the SNAPPS model?
○ A) Summarize the case
○ B) Narrow the differential
○ C) Ask closed-ended questions
○ D) Plan management
○ Answer: C
4. In the "Think-Aloud Technique," what is the primary objective?
○ A) For students to verbalize their thought process
○ B) For teachers to ask questions silently
○ C) For students to remain quiet during the case
○ D) For students to memorize diagnoses
○ Answer: A
5. Which method allows students to assess a patient and discuss their findings
with the instructor?
○ A) Role-playing
○ B) Bedside teaching
○ C) Written case studies
○ D) Interactive lectures
○ Answer: B
6. Role modeling in clinical teaching is primarily used to:
○ A) Demonstrate professional behavior and communication skills
○ B) Test student knowledge
○ C) Diagnose patients
○ D) Increase workload
○ Answer: A
7. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of case-based learning in clinical
settings?
○ A) Enhances clinical reasoning skills
○ B) Provides theoretical knowledge only
○ C) Improves problem-solving abilities
○ D) Allows application of learned knowledge
○ Answer: B
8. What is a primary advantage of using standardized patients in clinical
teaching?
○ A) They always provide correct answers
○ B) They offer consistent and repeatable learning scenarios
○ C) They reduce the need for faculty
○ D) They provide real-life patient conditions
○ Answer: B
9. Problem-Based Learning (PBL) typically focuses on:
○ A) Memorizing textbook content
○ B) Developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills
○ C) Listening to lectures
○ D) Repetitive practice without feedback
○ Answer: B
10. In the "Jigsaw Technique," students primarily:
○ A) Learn only from the teacher
○ B) Teach parts of a topic to each other
○ C) Take turns diagnosing a patient
○ D) Work individually on a case
○ Answer: B
11. Which teaching method is best for practicing specific clinical skills under
supervision?
○ A) Interactive lecture
○ B) Skills lab
○ C) Role-playing
○ D) Standardized exams
○ Answer: B
12. "Critical Incident Analysis" involves:
○ A) Reflecting on challenging scenarios
○ B) Ignoring mistakes made by students
○ C) Role-playing as patients
○ D) Avoiding feedback to avoid stress
○ Answer: A
13. The "Case-Based Discussion" method focuses on:
○ A) Simulating ideal patient interactions only
○ B) In-depth analysis of real patient cases
○ C) Memorizing lecture content
○ D) Practicing without instructor guidance
○ Answer: B
14. Peer teaching in clinical settings helps students by:
○ A) Reinforcing knowledge through explanation to peers
○ B) Reducing the need for faculty
○ C) Avoiding real-life patient encounters
○ D) Focusing only on lectures
○ Answer: A
15. Which method involves practicing responses and communication with patients
in a controlled setting?
○ A) SNAPPS
○ B) Role-playing
 ○ C) One-Minute Preceptor
○ D) Jigsaw Technique
○ Answer: B
16. What is the main benefit of using the "Fishbowl" technique in clinical
education?
○ A) Reduces the teacher's workload
○ B) Allows observation and active learning in groups
○ C) Focuses solely on theory
○ D) Limits participation to one student
○ Answer: B
17. The "Flipped Classroom" model in clinical teaching requires students to:
○ A) Complete reading or assignments before class
○ B) Only listen to lectures
○ C) Avoid discussing real cases
○ D) Memorize without application
○ Answer: A
18. Which method encourages students to verbalize their diagnostic reasoning
step-by-step?
○ A) Problem-Based Learning
○ B) One-Minute Preceptor
○ C) Think-Aloud Technique
○ D) Jigsaw Technique
○ Answer: C
19. During bedside teaching, which skill is LEAST likely to be developed?
○ A) Empathy
○ B) Laboratory techniques
○ C) Clinical reasoning
○ D) Communication skills
○ Answer: B
20. Audience Response Systems (clickers) are primarily used to:
○ A) Take attendance
○ B) Engage students and assess understanding
○ C) Provide one-on-one feedback
○ D) Avoid interaction
○ Answer: B
21. Which of the following is a component of the "Five Microskills" in the
One-Minute Preceptor method?
○ A) Avoid errors
○ B) Probe for supporting evidence
○ C) Ignore students
○ D) Delay feedback
○ Answer: B
22. Which is NOT a benefit of using the role-playing technique in clinical teaching?
○ A) Building empathy
○ B) Enhancing communication skills
○ C) Increasing memorization
○ D) Improving diagnostic skills
○ Answer: C
23. The "Teach-Back" method in clinical teaching is used to:
○ A) Confirm patient understanding by asking them to repeat instructions
○ B) Test students' memory
○ C) Avoid patient interaction
○ D) Skip feedback sessions
○ Answer: A
24. Reflective practice in clinical teaching encourages students to:
○ A) Memorize cases
○ B) Ignore patient feedback
○ C) Reflect on and learn from experiences
○ D) Follow set instructions without thinking
○ Answer: C
25. The SNAPPS model encourages students to:
○ A) Summarize cases and ask questions
○ B) Ignore uncertainty
○ C) Act independently without supervision
○ D) Only listen to lectures
○ Answer: A
26. In clinical teaching, the "Round Robin" technique is useful for:
○ A) Allowing each student to contribute in sequence
○ B) Limiting participation
○ C) Memorization practice
○ D) Avoiding patient interaction
○ Answer: A
27. Which teaching method involves assigning different parts of a topic to different
students who then teach their peers?
○ A) Problem-Based Learning
○ B) Jigsaw Technique
○ C) Lecture
○ D) Role-Playing
○ Answer: B
28. "Critical Incident Analysis" is useful for:
○ A) Learning from unusual or challenging clinical experiences
○ B) Memorizing diagnosis lists
○ C) Avoiding complex cases
○ D) Focusing only on minor incidents
○ Answer: A
29. In “Simulation” as a clinical teaching method, students typically:
○ A) Observe only
○ B) Practice skills in a controlled environment
○ C) Avoid patient interactions
○ D) Study theory exclusively
○ Answer: B
30. The "Fishbowl" method in clinical teaching is characterized by:
○ A) Students observing and then participating in discussions
○ B) Only individual assignments
○ C) Ignoring feedback
○ D) Limiting participation to one person
○ Answer: A