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Comm Eye Health Vol. 30 No. 97 2017 pp 18. Published online 12 May 2017.

Test yourself – Continuous professional development

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This page is designed to help you to test your own understanding of the concepts covered in this issue, and to reflect on what you have learnt.
We hope that you will also discuss the questions with your colleagues and other members of the eye care team, perhaps in a journal club. To complete the activities online – and get instant feedback – please visit www.cehjournal.org

1. Continuing Professional Development: (Tick ALL that are FALSE)

A – Is more relevant for doctors than nurses

B – Should only be necessary after a clinical incident

C – Should be driven by patients

D – Must always be followed by an assessment

E – Applies only to registered eye care practitioners

Question 1 of 4

2. We should continue to learn: (Tick ALL that are TRUE)

A – In order to remain on the register

B – To ensure the best outcomes for our patients

C – To avoid litigation

D – To address the gaps in our knowledge

E – To maximise our income

Question 2 of 4

3. The following are relevant ways of maintaining CPD: (Tick ALL that are TRUE)

A – Discussing a difficult case with a colleague

B – Attending a journal club

C – Going to a product promotional meeting

D – Participating in a routine ward round

E – Attending equality and diversity training

Question 3 of 4

4. Which of the following statements about CPD are FALSE?:

A – Institutional buy-in is not necessary for a CPD programme

B – Leadership training only applies to senior staff

C – It is best to plan CPD at least 5 years in advance

D – Effective CPD requires learning from a more senior person

E – Communication skills are most relevant for HR personnel

Question 4 of 4

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