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Adolescent Medicine

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada · 1.0 · 23 EPAs

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Every EPA in the published guide, shown as the form DebriefMD fills in, with its fields and answer options.

Transition to Discipline

  • TTD-1

    Performing assessments of AYA patients

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on the application of the skills of Pediatrics in the setting of adolescent medicine practice. - This includes performing an appropriate history, physical examination relevant to the presenting problem, and mental status examination, as needed. - It also includes performing a psychosocial assessment using a structured approach (such as HEADSSS or SSHADES), as well as gathering and integrating collateral information, as appropriate. - This EPA includes building rapport as well as discussing confidentiality and its limits.

    Direct observation or case discussion by adolescent medicine specialist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type: direct; case discussion - Assessment type (select all that apply): history; physical; psychosocial Collect 2 observations of achievement. - At least 1 direct observation - At least 1 of each assessment type - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 2

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion

    Assessment type

    1. history
    2. physical
    3. psychosocial

    Medical Expert

    • ME 2.2 Elicit an accurate, relevant history, including psychosocial assessment
    • ME 2.2 Perform a physical examination relevant to the presentation
    • ME 2.2 Perform a mental status examination
    • ME 2.2 Synthesize and organize clinical information for presentation to a supervisor

    Communicator

    • COM 1.2 Optimize the physical environment for patient comfort, dignity and privacy
    • COM 1.1 Convey empathy, respect, and compassion to facilitate trust and engagement of the AYA and family
    • COM 1.1 Advise the patient and family about the role and limits of confidentiality in patient assessment
    • COM 2.3 Seek and summarize relevant information from other sources
    • COM 3.1 Use plain language and avoid medical jargon

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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Foundations

  • F-1

    Using developmentally appropriate communication in assessments for AYA patients

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA includes using a developmentally appropriate and strengths-based approach to develop a therapeutic relationship and obtain a sophisticated psychosocial history. - It includes drawing upon approaches such as motivational interviewing, trust building, trauma-informed practice, and approaches relevant to issues of marginalized and diverse populations (e.g., LGBTQ+, Indigenous populations).

    Direct observation by adolescent medicine specialist or other health professional (e.g., nurse; social worker; psychologist; counsellor) Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Age: under 13; 14-16; 17+ Collect 3 observations of achievement - At least 2 different observers - At least 1 observation by adolescent medicine specialist

    Suggested observations: 3

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Age

    1. under 13
    2. 14-16
    3. 17+

    Medical Expert

    • ME 2.2 Select and use appropriate interviewing and screening tools

    Communicator

    • COM 2.2 Provide a clear structure for and manage the flow of the encounter
    • COM 1.1 Set the stage for the psychosocial assessment, including building initial rapport and trust
    • COM 2.1 Conduct a patient-centred interview, gathering all relevant biomedical and psychosocial information
    • COM 1.1 Convey empathy, respect, and compassion to facilitate trust and engagement of the AYA and family
    • COM 1.1 Exhibit a positive, non-judgmental attitude
    • COM 1.4 Respond to non-verbal communication and use appropriate non-verbal behaviours to enhance communication
    • COM 1.5 Recognize when personal feelings in an encounter are valuable clues to the patient’s emotional state
    • COM 1.6 Explore the adolescent’s beliefs, concerns, expectations and experiences relevant to the presenting condition
    • COM 2.1 Actively listen and respond to patient cues
    • COM 2.1 Use strategies to engage the reluctant or ambivalent adolescent, including motivational interviewing and strengths-based interviewing

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • F-2

    Assessing and developing management plans for AYA patients with common, non- complex AYA health issues

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA includes performing a history and physical examination, including sexual maturity rating, as appropriate, and developing a management plan. - Examples of common AYA health issues include eating disorders, contraceptive counselling, sexual health issues, chronic illness, mental health issues, substance use issues, and somatic symptoms.

    Direct observation and/or case discussion by adolescent medicine specialist or senior trainee Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type: direct; case discussion - Diagnostic category: contraceptive counselling; chronic illness; eating disorder(s); mental health; sexual health; somatic symptoms; substance use; other (write in) - Sexual maturity rating: yes; no Collect 2 observations of achievement. - At least 1 direct observation - At least 2 different diagnostic categories - At least 1 direct observation of sexual maturity rating

    Suggested observations: 2

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion

    Diagnostic category

    1. contraceptive counselling
    2. chronic illness
    3. eating disorder(s)
    4. mental health
    5. sexual health
    6. somatic symptoms
    7. substance use
    8. other (write in)

    Sexual maturity rating

    1. yes
    2. no

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.3 Apply knowledge of clinical and biomedical sciences to manage common non-complex AYA health issues
    • ME 2.2 Elicit an accurate, relevant history, including psychosocial assessment
    • ME 2.2 Perform a physical examination relevant to the presenting problem
    • ME 2.2 Conduct an assessment of growth and development, including the use of a sexual maturity rating, as appropriate
    • ME 2.2 Select and/or interpret investigations
    • ME 2.2 Identify the clinical significance of findings
    • ME 2.2 Synthesize patient information to determine a differential diagnosis and most likely diagnosis
    • ME 2.4 Develop a treatment pan
    • ME 4.1 Establish a plan for follow-up on investigations and response to treatment
    • ME 2.2 Synthesize and organize clinical information for presentation to a supervisor, conveying clinical reasoning and the rationale for decisions
    • ME 2.4 Integrate knowledge of available resources into the development of the treatment plan

    Communicator

    • COM 5.1 Document the clinical encounter in an accurate, complete and timely manner

    Health Advocate

    • HA 1.2 Apply knowledge of resources or agencies that address the health needs of AYA patients

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • F-3

    Sharing diagnostic impressions and management plans with AYA patients and their families

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on applying communication skills to effectively share medical information with a patient and family in uncomplicated situations. - This includes establishing rapport, using developmentally appropriate language, avoiding medical jargon and responding to patient/family questions.

    Direct observation by adolescent medicine specialist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Setting: inpatient; outpatient; emergency department Collect 2 observations of achievement. - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 2

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Setting

    1. inpatient
    2. outpatient
    3. emergency department

    Communicator

    • COM 1.1 Demonstrate empathy, respect and compassion
    • COM 3.1 Convey information about the diagnosis and/or plan for management clearly and accurately
    • COM 3.1 Use plain language and avoid medical jargon
    • COM 3.1 Verify and validate the patient’s and/or family’s understanding
    • COM 4.3 Answer questions from the patient and/or family
    • COM 4.1 Communicate in a manner that is respectful, non-judgmental and culturally aware
    • COM 4.3 Use communication skills and strategies to help the patient and family make informed decisions
    • COM 5.1 Document the encounter to convey the discussion and its outcome

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • F-4

    Collaborating with the interprofessional team to facilitate integrated care

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on coordination of health care and community resources to address patient needs in collaboration with the interprofessional care team.

    Direct and/or indirect observation by adolescent medicine specialist, with input from other members of the team Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Type of observation: direct; indirect - Input provided by (select all that apply): other physician; nurse; social worker; psychologist; counsellor; other resident or student; other - Setting: inpatient; ambulatory/community; emergency department; other (write in) Collect 3 observations of achievement. - At least 1 direct observation - At least 2 different observers - At least 1 with input from non-physician observer

    Suggested observations: 3

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Type of observation

    1. direct
    2. indirect

    Input provided by

    1. other physician
    2. nurse
    3. social worker
    4. psychologist
    5. counsellor
    6. other resident or student
    7. other

    Setting

    1. inpatient
    2. ambulatory/community
    3. emergency department
    4. other (write in)

    Medical Expert

    • ME 2.2 Ascertain a patient’s health and personal needs

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.2 Make effective use of the scope and expertise of other health care professionals
    • COL 1.2 Liaise as needed with referring physicians, consultants and other health care professionals
    • COL 1.3 Communicate effectively with other health care professionals
    • COL 1.1 Respond appropriately to input from other health care professionals
    • COL 2.2 Listen to understand and find common ground with collaborators

    Health Advocate

    • HA 1.1 Facilitate access to health services and community resources

    Professional

    • P 1.1 Exhibit appropriate professional behaviours

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • F-5

    Facilitating handover of patient care

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on safe handover of care through oral and written communication during a patient’s transition to a different health care professional, setting or stage of care. - This EPA includes communicating complex medical and psychosocial information to ensure safe patient care across the continuum. - It also includes facilitating connection and relationships between health professionals assuming care and the patient and family.

    Direct observation and/or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type (select all that apply): direct; documentation review Collect 2 observations of achievement. - At least 1 direct observation - At least 1 documentation review

    Suggested observations: 2

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. documentation review

    Medical Expert

    • ME 4.1 Establish plans for ongoing care
    • ME 5.2 Use structured communication tools and strategies to enhance patient safety

    Collaborator

    • COL 3.2 Organize the handover of care to the most appropriate physician or health care professional
    • COL 1.3 Integrate the patient’s perspective and context into the care plan
    • COL 3.2 Summarize patient issues providing rationale for key decisions
    • COL 3.2 Provide anticipatory guidance for ongoing management, such as results of outstanding investigations and/or anticipated events/outcomes
    • COL 3.2 Ensure communication of and continued adherence to risk management plans
    • COL 3.2 Clarify issues with the receiving physician(s), as needed

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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Core

  • C-1

    Communicating in challenging situations

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on applying communication skills to address difficult situations that involve patients and/or families. - Examples include scenarios that are emotionally charged (e.g., distressed AYA or family, conflict) and other challenging situations (e.g., language or cultural barriers, managing uncertainty/risk, disclosing medical errors, managing inappropriate requests).

    Direct observation by adolescent medicine specialist or child and adolescent psychiatrist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Nature of complexity (write in): Collect 3 observations of achievement. - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 3

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Medical Expert

    • ME 2.1 Ascertain participants’ understanding of the situation and the reason for the encounter

    Communicator

    • COM 1.4 Respond to non-verbal communication and use appropriate non-verbal behaviours to enhance communication
    • COM 3.1 Share information and explanations clearly and accurately
    • COM 1.5 Establish boundaries as needed in emotional situations
    • COM 4.1 Communicate in a manner that is respectful, non-judgmental and culturally aware
    • COM 4.3 Answer questions from the patient and/or family
    • COM 2.2 Provide a clear structure for and manage the flow of the encounter
    • COM 5.1 Document the encounter to convey the discussion and its outcome

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-2

    Assessing and managing AYAs with an eating disorder

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA extends beyond the skills developed at the Foundations stage to include synthesizing patient information to develop and implement an appropriate longitudinal management plan for a patient with an eating disorder, in collaboration with the patient, family, and interprofessional team. - This includes a complete history and physical examination, including appropriate collateral information, appropriate medical investigations, and consideration of follow-up and monitoring. - Examples of presentations include: anorexia nervosa; avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID); binge eating disorder; and, bulimia nervosa. - The primary focus of this EPA is medical management and longitudinal care, but the adolescent medicine specialist is also expected to effectively support the biopsychosocial needs of the AYA patient and family. - This EPA may include patients with medical or mental health comorbidities, and/or complicating social factors (i.e., complex patients). - This EPA may be observed in the inpatient and/or outpatient care setting.

    Direct observation, case discussion and/or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type (select all that apply): direct; case discussion; review of documentation - Complex: yes; no - Setting: inpatient; outpatient; emergency department - Presentation: new patient assessment; medical instability; ongoing care; later stage of care - Case mix (select all that apply) : anorexia nervosa; ARFID; bulimia nervosa; binge eating disorder; refeeding syndrome; other (write in) - Binge-purge features: yes; no Collect 4 observations of achievement. - At least 2 direct observations - At least 2 complex - At least 1 inpatient - At least 1 outpatient - At least 1 directly observed new patient assessment - At least 1 ongoing care or later stage of care - At least 1 anorexia nervosa - At least 1 ARFID - At least 1 with binge-purge features - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 4

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. review of documentation

    Complex

    1. yes
    2. no

    Setting

    1. inpatient
    2. outpatient
    3. emergency department

    Presentation

    1. new patient assessment
    2. medical instability
    3. ongoing care
    4. later stage of care

    Case mix

    1. anorexia nervosa
    2. ARFID
    3. bulimia nervosa
    4. binge eating disorder
    5. refeeding syndrome
    6. other (write in)

    Binge-purge features

    1. yes
    2. no

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.3 Apply knowledge of the clinical and biomedical sciences relevant to eating disorders
    • ME 1.4 Perform a clinical assessment that addresses all relevant issues
    • ME 2.2 Integrate the clinical data to establish the diagnosis and, if relevant, severity of the condition
    • ME 2.3 Establish goals of care in collaboration with the patient and family
    • ME 2.4 Develop a management plan
    • ME 4.1 Determine the need and timing of referral to another physician
    • ME 4.1 Coordinate plans for ongoing investigation, treatment, monitoring and/or follow-up

    Communicator

    • COM 3.1 Share information about the patient’s condition and plans for management clearly and compassionately

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.2 Work effectively with members of the interprofessional team to implement a management plan

    Leader

    • L 2.1 Consider costs and resource availability when selecting diagnostic or treatment options

    Health Advocate

    • HA 1.2 Work with the patient to promote adherence to treatment and positive coping strategies

    Scholar

    • S 3.4 Apply an evidence-based approach to clinical management

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-3

    Assessing and managing gender diverse AYAs

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on synthesizing patient information to provide medical and psychosocial management for gender diverse patients throughout all stages of care. - It includes applying knowledge of current guidelines and engagement of available resources to support/assist the patient and their family in consideration of the patient’s individual context, broader support network, social determinants of health, and systemic barriers. - It also includes prescribing hormone therapy. - This EPA may be observed in a variety of settings, including simulation, and a variety of levels of complexity and developmental stages.

    Direct observation, case discussion and/or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist or other physician Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type (select all that apply): direct; case discussion; review of documentation - Setting: clinical; simulation - Age: under 13; 14-16; 17+ - Management aspect (select all that apply): initial consult; mental health/hormone readiness assessment; medical management; GnRH agonist counselling; gender affirming hormone counselling - estrogen; gender affirming hormone counselling – testosterone; gender affirming hormone treatment; anticipatory guidance for family; other (write in) Collect 4 observations of achievement. - At least 1 direct observation - At least 1 in clinical setting - At least 1 initial consult - At least 2 gender affirming hormone counselling (1 testosterone, 1 estrogen) - At least 1 GnRH agonist counselling

    Suggested observations: 4

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. review of documentation

    Setting

    1. clinical
    2. simulation

    Age

    1. under 13
    2. 14-16
    3. 17+

    Management aspect

    1. initial consult
    2. mental health/hormone readiness assessment
    3. medical management
    4. GnRH agonist counselling
    5. gender affirming hormone counselling - estrogen
    6. gender affirming hormone counselling – testosterone
    7. gender affirming hormone treatment
    8. anticipatory guidance for family
    9. other (write in)

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.3 Apply knowledge of the clinical and biomedical sciences relevant to gender diverse patients
    • ME 1.4 Perform a clinical assessment that addresses all relevant issues
    • ME 2.3 Establish goals of care in collaboration with the patient and family
    • ME 2.4 Develop a management plan
    • ME 4.1 Determine the need and timing of referral to another physician
    • ME 4.1 Coordinate plans for ongoing investigation, treatment, monitoring and/or follow-up

    Communicator

    • COM 1.6 Integrate the adolescent’s beliefs, concerns, expectations and experiences relevant to the presenting condition
    • COM 3.1 Share information and explanations clearly and accurately
    • COM 4.3 Use communication skills and strategies to help the patient and family make informed decisions

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.2 Work effectively with members of the interprofessional team to implement a management plan

    Health Advocate

    • HA 1.1 Facilitate access to health services and community resources

    Scholar

    • S 3.4 Apply an evidence-based approach to clinical management

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-4

    Assessing and managing the sexual and reproductive health needs of AYA patients

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on synthesizing information from a comprehensive sexual health and reproductive history and physical examination, including a complete female or male genital examination, when indicated, to provide medical and psychosocial management. - It includes applying knowledge of current guidelines and engagement of available resources to support/assist the patient in consideration of the patient’s individual context, gender and sexual diversity, broader support network, social determinants of health, and systemic barriers. - It includes developing a formulation and implementing a care plan. - This includes: screening, prevention and treatment of sexually transmitted infections, including individuals that may be at high risk for sexually transmitted infection; providing counselling and management of contraceptive needs; managing early pregnancy, including providing options counselling; managing disorders of menstruation; and, managing disorders of puberty.

    Direct observation, case discussion, and/or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type: direct; case discussion; review of documentation - Age: under 13; 14-16; 17+ - Setting: clinical; simulation - Case mix/presentations: contraception; options counselling; menstrual disorder; healthy sexuality; sexually transmitted infections; early pregnancy; disorders of puberty; other (write in) - Genital exam: yes; no - Gender (write in): Collect 4 observations of achievement. - At least 2 direct observations - At least 1 menstrual disorder - At least 1 options counselling - At least 1 contraception counselling - At least 1 male genital exam - At least 1 female genital exam - No more than 1 in simulation - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 4

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. review of documentation

    Age

    1. under 13
    2. 14-16
    3. 17+

    Setting

    1. clinical
    2. simulation

    Case mix/presentations

    1. contraception
    2. options counselling
    3. menstrual disorder
    4. healthy sexuality
    5. sexually transmitted infections
    6. early pregnancy
    7. disorders of puberty
    8. other (write in)

    Genital exam

    1. yes
    2. no

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.3 Apply knowledge of the clinical and biomedical sciences relevant to sexual and reproductive health issues
    • ME 1.4 Perform a clinical assessment that addresses all relevant issues
    • ME 2.2 Perform a pelvic or genital examination, as relevant, and obtain appropriate specimens
    • ME 2.4 Develop a management plan
    • ME 4.1 Determine the need and timing of referral to another physician
    • ME 4.1 Coordinate plans for ongoing investigation, treatment, monitoring and/or follow-up

    Communicator

    • COM 1.6 Integrate the adolescent’s beliefs, concerns, expectations and experiences relevant to the presenting condition
    • COM 3.1 Share information about the patient’s condition and plans for management clearly and compassionately
    • COM 4.3 Use communication skills and strategies to help the patient and family make informed decisions

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.2 Work effectively with members of the interprofessional team to implement a management plan

    Health Advocate

    • HA 1.1 Facilitate access to health services and community resources

    Professional

    • P 3.1 Adhere to requirement for mandatory reporting, including communicable diseases

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-5

    Assessing and managing AYAs with chronic pain, somatic symptoms and related disorders

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on synthesizing patient information, developing a formulation and implementing a care plan throughout all stages of care. - It includes applying knowledge of current principles and engagement and collaboration with available resources to support/assist the patient and their family in consideration of the patient’s individual context, broader support network, social determinants of health, and systemic barriers.

    Direct observation, case discussion, and/or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist or other relevant health care professional Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type: direct; case discussion; review of documentation - Setting: inpatient; outpatient; simulation - Case mix: chronic pain; functional neurologic symptoms; other (write in) Collect 2 observations of achievement - At least 1 direct observation - No more than 1 in simulation - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 2

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. review of documentation

    Setting

    1. inpatient
    2. outpatient
    3. simulation

    Case mix

    1. chronic pain
    2. functional neurologic symptoms
    3. other (write in)

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.3 Apply knowledge of the clinical and biomedical sciences relevant to chronic pain, somatic symptoms and related disorders
    • ME 1.4 Perform a clinical assessment that addresses all relevant issues
    • ME 2.3 Establish goals of care in collaboration with the patient and family
    • ME 2.4 Develop a management plan
    • ME 4.1 Determine the need and timing of referral to another physician
    • ME 4.1 Coordinate plans for ongoing investigation, treatment, monitoring and/or follow-up

    Communicator

    • COM 1.6 Integrate the adolescent’s beliefs, concerns, expectations and experiences relevant to the presenting condition
    • COM 3.1 Share information about the patient’s condition and plans for management clearly and compassionately

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.2 Work effectively with members of the interprofessional team to implement a management plan

    Health Advocate

    • HA 1.2 Provide guidance and support that gives the adolescent the best opportunity to achieve his/her health potential

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-6

    Assessing and managing AYAs with uncomplicated presentations of mental health disorders and behavioural issues

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on synthesizing information from a patient history, physical examination, and collateral sources to develop a formulation and implement a care plan for patients with common mental health disorders and developmental challenges significant to AYAs, such as anxiety, non-complex depression, ADHD, and school avoidance. - It includes employing a biopsychosocial approach. - This EPA does not include the management of complex mental disorders such as PTSD, psychosis and bipolar disorder.

    Direct observation, case discussion and/or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist, child and adolescent psychiatrist or other relevant health care professional (e.g., clinical psychologist) Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type (select all that apply): direct; case discussion; review of document - Age: under 13; 14-16; 17+ - Case mix (select all that apply): mental health; behaviour; school issues - Type of condition (select all that apply): ADHD; adjustment disorder; anxiety disorder; learning difficulty; mood disorder; disruptive behaviour disorder; parent- child relational problem; problematic interactive media use; school avoidance; suicidal ideation; non-suicidal self-injury; sleep disorders; other (write in) - Setting: inpatient; outpatient; community; longitudinal clinic; other (write in) Collect 4 observations of achievement. - At least 2 direct observations - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 4

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. review of document

    Age

    1. under 13
    2. 14-16
    3. 17+

    Case mix

    1. mental health
    2. behaviour
    3. school issues

    Type of condition

    1. ADHD
    2. adjustment disorder
    3. anxiety disorder
    4. learning difficulty
    5. mood disorder
    6. disruptive behaviour disorder
    7. parent- child relational problem
    8. problematic interactive media use
    9. school avoidance
    10. suicidal ideation
    11. non-suicidal self-injury
    12. sleep disorders
    13. other (write in)

    Setting

    1. inpatient
    2. outpatient
    3. community
    4. longitudinal clinic
    5. other (write in)

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.3 Apply knowledge of the clinical and biomedical sciences relevant to mental health disorders and behavioural issues
    • ME 1.4 Perform a clinical assessment that addresses all relevant issues
    • ME 2.3 Establish goals of care in collaboration with the patient and family
    • ME 2.4 Develop a management plan
    • ME 4.1 Determine the need and timing of referral to another physician
    • ME 4.1 Coordinate plans for ongoing investigation, treatment, monitoring and/or follow-up

    Communicator

    • COM 1.6 Integrate the adolescent’s beliefs, concerns, expectations and experiences relevant to the presenting condition
    • COM 3.1 Share information about the patient’s condition and plans for management clearly and compassionately
    • COM 4.3 Use communication skills and strategies to help the patient and family make informed decisions

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.2 Work effectively with members of the interprofessional team to implement a management plan

    Health Advocate

    • HA 1.1 Facilitate access to health services and community resources

    Scholar

    • S 3.4 Apply an evidence-based approach to clinical management

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-7

    Assessing and managing AYAs with substance use

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on synthesizing patient information from a patient history, physical examination, and collateral sources to provide medical and psychosocial management for AYAs with substance use and concurrent disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression and ADHD) throughout all stages of care. - This includes assessing and managing the medical comorbidities associated with substance use. - This EPA includes applying knowledge of current guidelines for medical/ pharmacotherapy and psychosocial management, which may include consulting with other health professionals. - It also includes engaging available resources to support/assist the patient and their family in consideration of the patient’s individual context, broader support network, social determinants of health, and systemic barriers. - This EPA may be observed in the simulation setting.

    Direct observation, case discussion, and/or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist, child and adolescent psychiatrist, or other relevant health care professional (e.g., nurse, social worker, addictions counselor, psychologist) Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type: direct; case discussion; review of documentation - Setting: clinical; simulation - Case mix: prevention/early intervention; chronic; acute toxicity; withdrawal; other (write in) - Substance type (select all that apply): alcohol; cannabis; hallucinogens; nicotine/vaping; opioids; prescription drug misuse; stimulants; other (write in) - Complex: yes; no Collect 3 observations of achievement. - At least 2 direct observations - No more than 1 in simulation - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 3

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. review of documentation

    Setting

    1. clinical
    2. simulation

    Case mix

    1. prevention/early intervention
    2. chronic
    3. acute toxicity
    4. withdrawal
    5. other (write in)

    Substance type

    1. alcohol
    2. cannabis
    3. hallucinogens
    4. nicotine/vaping
    5. opioids
    6. prescription drug misuse
    7. stimulants
    8. other (write in)

    Complex

    1. yes
    2. no

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.3 Apply knowledge of the clinical and biomedical sciences relevant to substance use and substance use disorders
    • ME 1.4 Perform a clinical assessment that addresses all relevant issues
    • ME 2.2 Assess the patient’s need and readiness for substance abuse treatment
    • ME 2.4 Develop a management plan
    • ME 2.4 Apply harm reduction strategies
    • ME 4.1 Determine the need and timing of referral to another physician
    • ME 4.1 Coordinate plans for ongoing investigation, treatment, monitoring and/or follow-up

    Communicator

    • COM 2.1 Use strategies to engage the reluctant or ambivalent adolescent, including motivational interviewing and strengths-based interviewing
    • COM 1.6 Integrate the adolescent’s beliefs, concerns, expectations and experiences relevant to the presenting condition
    • COM 3.1 Share information about the patient’s condition and plans for management clearly and compassionately
    • COM 4.3 Use communication skills and strategies to help the patient and family make informed decisions

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.2 Work effectively with members of the interprofessional team to implement a management plan

    Health Advocate

    • HA 1.2 Work with the patient to promote adherence to treatment and positive coping strategies
    • HA 1.1 Facilitate access to health services and community resources

    Scholar

    • S 3.4 Apply an evidence-based approach to clinical management

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-8

    Identifying, intervening and managing patients with acute mental health safety issues

    Key features and assessment plan

    - The focus of this EPA is the identification of risk, and the formulation and/or implementation of a basic safety plan to minimize risk to patient, staff, and self in a crisis or emergency context (e.g., suicidality, agitation, or aggressive behaviour). - This includes application of crisis intervention skills (i.e., verbal de-escalation skills, creating a safety plan, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for acute agitation), and identifying indications for referral to a mental health professional. - This EPA involves consideration of mental health law and its application to patients at risk of harm to self or others. - This EPA may be observed in the simulation setting.

    Direct observation or case discussion by adolescent medicine specialist or other health care professional (e.g., nursing, social workers, addictions counselor, psychologist) Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Presentation (select all that apply): acute agitation/dysregulation; aggression/threatening behaviour; suicidality/self-harm; other (write in) - Management activity (select all that apply): managing/de-escalating dysregulation; managing elopement/flight risk; suicide risk assessment; violence risk assessment; other (write in) - Setting: inpatient; outpatient; emergency department; simulation Collect 3 observations of achievement. - At least 1 direct observation - At least 1 acute agitation/dysregulation - At least 1 suicide risk assessment - No more than 1 simulation

    Suggested observations: 3

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Presentation

    1. acute agitation/dysregulation
    2. aggression/threatening behaviour
    3. suicidality/self-harm
    4. other (write in)

    Management activity

    1. managing/de-escalating dysregulation
    2. managing elopement/flight risk
    3. suicide risk assessment
    4. violence risk assessment
    5. other (write in)

    Setting

    1. inpatient
    2. outpatient
    3. emergency department
    4. simulation

    Medical Expert

    • ME 2.1 Identify mental health crisis situations
    • ME 3.1 Determine the most appropriate therapies and/or interventions to minimize risk
    • ME 2.4 Develop and implement an acute safety management plan
    • ME 2.4 Determine the setting of care appropriate for the patient’s health care needs
    • ME 4.1 Determine the need, timing and priority of referral to a mental health professional

    Communicator

    • COM 1.5 Apply de-escalation skills and conflict resolution skills, as needed
    • COM 3.1 Convey to the patient/family the rationale for decisions regarding involuntary treatment and/or hospitalization

    Collaborator

    • COL 3.2 Communicate safety issues and risk management plans to other members of the health care team

    Professional

    • P 3.1 Apply legislation pertaining to consent and assent, mental health and/or child protection

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-9

    Providing longitudinal management for AYA patients

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on providing ongoing comprehensive management that includes implementing strategies for screening, surveillance, and monitoring, and assessing medication adherence and effects, as well as addressing patient concerns, education and appropriate follow-up. - It includes identifying patients with a fluctuating clinical course, recognizing the need for change or escalation of therapy, and implementing a therapeutic plan, including in cases where there are differences in views and levels of engagement. - The observation of this EPA can be based on a single patient encounter, at any time point in the patient’s care after the initial consultation, but should include the longitudinal view of an AYA patient’s clinical course, incorporating previous and current health status, and anticipating future needs. - This EPA may be observed in the inpatient or outpatient setting.

    Direct observation, case discussion or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type (select all that apply): direct; case discussion; review of documentation; feedback from patient/family; other (write in) - Presentation (write in): Collect 3 observations of achievement. - At least 2 different presentations - At least 1 patient with an eating disorder - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 3

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. review of documentation
    4. feedback from patient/family
    5. other (write in)

    Medical Expert

    • ME 2.2 Assess the patient’s clinical course and anticipate future health needs
    • ME 2.4 Develop a plan for management, which may include modification of current therapy
    • ME 4.1 Prevent and/or manage complications
    • ME 4.1 Determine the need and timing of referral to another physician
    • ME 4.1 Determine the frequency and timing of future investigations and visits
    • ME 4.1 Follow up and act on results of investigation and incoming correspondence

    Communicator

    • COM 5.1 Document clinical encounters to adequately convey clinical reasoning and the rationale for decisions

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.3 Engage in respectful shared decision-making with other physicians and/or health care professionals
    • COL 3.1 Determine when care should be transferred back to a primary care provider
    • COL 3.1 Ensure continuity of care when unavailable or away

    Health Advocate

    • HA 1.3 Incorporate prevention, health promotion and health surveillance into patient interactions

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-10

    Providing consultation for the care of AYAs with chronic health conditions/disabilities

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on supporting other health care providers in the management of AYA patients. - This includes assessing co-occurring and contributing factors impacting the health of the AYA with a chronic health condition/disability (e.g., issues of adherence, autonomy, adjustment, and transition and transfer to adult care) and providing guidance about management. - It also includes identifying appropriate (human and community) resources and options available to support the care of the patient. - This EPA may involve direct or indirect patient care. - This EPA may be observed in the simulation setting.

    Direct observation, case discussion and/or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type (select all that apply): direct; case discussion; review of documentation - Setting: clinical; simulation - Age: under 13; 14-16; 17+ - Presentation: medical condition; developmental disability; mental health condition; other (write in) Collect 2 observations of achievement. - At least 1 direct observation - No more than 1 in simulation - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 2

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. review of documentation

    Setting

    1. clinical
    2. simulation

    Age

    1. under 13
    2. 14-16
    3. 17+

    Presentation

    1. medical condition
    2. developmental disability
    3. mental health condition
    4. other (write in)

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.1 Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for patient care within the boundaries and expectations of the consultant role
    • ME 1.3 Apply clinical and biomedical sciences to manage patients with chronic health conditions/disabilities
    • ME 2.2 Gather and synthesize patient information to establish the clinical question
    • ME 1.4 Perform a clinical assessment that addresses all relevant issues
    • ME 2.2 Assess co-occurring and contributing factors impacting the patient’s health

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.3 Communicate effectively with the consulting service
    • COL 1.3 Support clinical colleagues in the development and implementation of a management plan
    • COL 1.2 Support health care team members in their understanding of and approach to AYA patients

    Scholar

    • S 3.4 Integrate best evidence and clinical expertise into decision-making

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-11

    Applying relevant legislation and ethical principles in AYA patient care

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA includes a variety of clinical situations in which patient care intersects with the physician’s legal and professional responsibilities. - Examples include involuntary admission and/or treatment, and issues related to child protection, confidentiality and capacity. - This EPA includes patient assessment (including capacity assessment as relevant) and application of appropriate legislation and/or procedures. - It may include engaging with child protection services and other youth service agencies. - This EPA may be observed in the simulation setting.

    Direct observation, case discussion and/or review of documentation by adolescent medicine specialist or child and adolescent psychiatrist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type (select all that apply): direct; case discussion; review of documentation - Setting: clinical; simulation - Case mix: child protection issue; confidentiality issue; involuntary admission; involuntary treatment; issue of capacity; other (write in) Collect 2 observations of achievement. - At least 1 direct observation - At least 1 review of documentation - No more than 1 simulation - At least 1 child protection issue - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 2

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. review of documentation

    Setting

    1. clinical
    2. simulation

    Case mix

    1. child protection issue
    2. confidentiality issue
    3. involuntary admission
    4. involuntary treatment
    5. issue of capacity
    6. other (write in)

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.3 Apply knowledge of legal principles and legislation relevant to Adolescent Medicine
    • ME 2.2 Assess a patient’s decision-making capacity

    Communicator

    • COM 5.1 Document the encounter in an accurate and complete manner, and in compliance with legal and privacy requirements

    Professional

    • P 3.1 Apply legislation pertaining to consent and assent, mental health and/or child protection
    • P 3.1 Adhere to requirements for mandatory and discretionary reporting
    • P 3.1 Fulfil and adhere to the professional and ethical codes, standards of practice, and laws governing practice

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-12

    Managing the adolescent medicine service

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on leading the provision of care for all patients on an inpatient or outpatient service. - This includes responsibility for medical decision-making across the breadth of clinical scenarios, organizing the daily workload for the medical team, working effectively with the interprofessional team, managing time and tasks appropriately, and demonstrating judicious use of resources. - This EPA is not based on a single patient encounter, but rather on the resident’s performance over time. - The observation of this EPA is based on at least a week of clinical activity.

    Direct and indirect observation by adolescent medicine specialist Use form 1. Collect 2 observations of achievement. - At least 2 different observers

    Suggested observations: 2

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.1 Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for decisions regarding patient care, acting in the role of most responsible physician
    • ME 1.5 Prioritize among patients
    • ME 2.4 Develop and implement management plans

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.2 Work effectively with the interprofessional team

    Leader

    • L 2.1 Allocate health care resources for optimal patient care
    • L 4.1 Integrate supervisory and teaching responsibilities into the overall management of the clinical service
    • L 4.2 Run the service efficiently, safely, and effectively

    Scholar

    • S 3.4 Integrate best evidence and clinical expertise into decision-making

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-13

    Advancing the discipline through scholarly activities

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA includes all aspects of performing scholarly work: identification of a question for investigation, literature review, data gathering, data analysis, reflective critique and dissemination. - This may include scholarly basic, clinical, or translational research, health services research, quality improvement, and bioethics, education, and/or public policy work. - The observation of this EPA is based on the submission of a summary of the scholarly work (either complete or in progress); the resident may have initiated the project or may have become substantively involved in an established project. - The observation of this EPA also includes the dissemination of the scholarly work (e.g., divisional rounds, scientific meetings, oral or poster presentation, publication).

    Review of completed scholarly project by research supervisor Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Type of dissemination: oral or written (poster) presentation; publication; manuscript prepared for submission Collect 1 observation of achievement.

    Suggested observations: 1

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Type of dissemination

    1. oral or written (poster) presentation
    2. publication
    3. manuscript prepared for submission

    Leader

    • L 4.1 Organize work to manage clinical, scholarly and other responsibilities

    Scholar

    • S 4.4 Identify, consult and collaborate with content experts and others in the conduct of scholarly work
    • S 4.4 Generate focused questions for scholarly investigation
    • S 3.3 Critically evaluate the integrity, reliability, and applicability of health-related research and literature
    • S 4.5 Summarize the findings of a literature review
    • S 4.4 Select appropriate methods of addressing a given scholarly question
    • S 4.2 Identify ethical principles in research
    • S 4.4 Collect data for a scholarly project
    • S 4.4 Perform data analysis
    • S 4.4 Integrate existing literature and findings of data collection
    • S 4.4 Identify areas for further investigation
    • S 4.5 Disseminate the findings of scholarly activity, in written or oral form

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • C-14

    Teaching

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on teaching other learners, including medical students, residents, faculty, and/or other health professionals, in formal and informal (clinical) settings. - Examples include: bedside teaching, presentations, one-on-one teaching, case-based teaching, tutorials, and/or procedures. - The observation of this EPA is divided into two parts: formal teaching, and informal teaching. - Formal teaching focuses on the skills of critical appraisal, as well as presentation and teaching skills. - Informal teaching includes collaboratively identifying the learning needs of others, establishing a safe learning environment, sharing knowledge and expertise and demonstrating effective teaching skills.

    Part A: Formal teaching Direct observation by adolescent medicine specialist, preferably incorporating feedback from audience Use Form 1. Form collects information on - Type of activity: journal club; grand rounds; case presentation; other Collect 2 observations of achievement. Part B: Informal teaching Direct and/or indirect observation by adolescent medicine specialist, incorporating feedback from residents and/or students Use Form 1. Form collects information on: - Setting (write in): Collect 2 observations of achievement.

    Suggested observations: 2

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Type of activity

    1. journal club
    2. grand rounds
    3. case presentation
    4. other

    Collaborator

    • Part B: COL 2.1 Delegate tasks and responsibilities in an appropriate and respectful manner

    Scholar

    • Part A: S 2.4 Identify the learning needs and desired learning outcomes of others
    • Part A: S 2.4 Develop learning objectives for a teaching activity
    • Part A: S 3.3 Critically evaluate the integrity, reliability, and applicability of health-related research and literature
    • Part A: S 3.4 Integrate best evidence and clinical expertise
    • Part A: S 2.4 Present the information in an organized manner to facilitate understanding
    • Part A: S 2.4 Use audiovisual aids effectively
    • Part A: S 2.4 Facilitate interaction, questions and discussion
    • Part B: S 2.2 Create a positive learning environment
    • Part B: S 2.3 Be available and accessible to junior learners
    • Part B: S 2.4 Identify the learning needs and desired learning outcomes of others
    • Part B: S 2.4 Provide clinical teaching and/or other informal learning activities
    • Part B: S 2.5 Provide feedback to enhance learning and performance
    • Part B: S 3.4 Integrate best evidence and clinical expertise into decision-making

    Professional

    • Part B: P 1.1 Intervene when behaviours toward colleagues and/or learners undermine a respectful environment

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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Transition to Practice

  • TTP-1

    Managing an adolescent medicine practice

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA focuses on managing all aspects of a practice including patient care responsibilities, teaching responsibilities and other occupational and personal demands. - This includes contribution to team functioning, coordination of care between different parties, time management including in-office patient flow, office management including effective task delegation, and remuneration practices. - The observation of this EPA is based on a block of time of at least a week, and may be observed in any combination of inpatient, outpatient and consultation service settings. - The observation of this EPA may incorporate feedback from patients and/or clinic/ward leadership, on issues such as time management, communication, and collaboration.

    Direct and/or indirect observation by adolescent medicine specialist, which may incorporate feedback from others Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Setting (select all that apply): inpatient; outpatient; consultation service Collect 1 observation of achievement - It is strongly recommended this includes both an inpatient and outpatient setting

    Suggested observations: 1

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Setting

    1. inpatient
    2. outpatient
    3. consultation service

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.5 Carry out professional duties in the face of multiple competing demands

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.2 Work effectively with the interprofessional team
    • COL 2.1 Delegate tasks and responsibilities in an appropriate and respectful manner
    • COL 2.2 Manage differences, and resolve conflicts

    Leader

    • L 4.1 Manage time and prioritize tasks
    • L 4.2 Describe remuneration practices as they pertain to Adolescent Medicine 8 P. 4.1 Exhibit self-awareness and effectively manage influences on personal well- being and professional performance

    Professional

    • P 1.1 Respond appropriately to feedback from patients, families and health care professionals

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • TTP-2

    Transferring patient care responsibilities

    Key features and assessment plan

    - The focus of this EPA is the transfer of professional responsibility for patient care. - This includes planning for the transfer of care with the patient and their family, and completing appropriate documentation. - Transfer may occur at time of patient transition back to the primary care provider, to another physician or to adult care, as well as at the termination of the resident’s longitudinal clinic.

    Direct observation, case discussion and/or documentation review by adolescent medicine specialist Use form 1. Form collects information on: - Observation type (select all that apply): direct; case discussion; discharge letter/documentation review Collect 3 observations of achievement. - At least 1 review of discharge letters/documentation

    Suggested observations: 3

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Observation type

    1. direct
    2. case discussion
    3. discharge letter/documentation review

    Medical Expert

    • ME 2.4 Determine the setting of care appropriate for the patient’s health care needs
    • ME 4.1 Establish plans for ongoing care

    Communicator

    • COM 3.1 Provide information to the patient and/or family regarding the plan for transfer

    Collaborator

    • COL 1.3 Incorporate information and the perspectives of other members of the health care team when developing a plan for transfer of care
    • COL 3.2 Organize the handover of care to the most appropriate physician or health care professional
    • COL 3.2 Summarize all relevant issues of the clinical case in a transfer summary
    • COL 1.3 Integrate the patient’s perspective and context into the care plan
    • COL 3.2 Provide guidance for management of ongoing issues as well as anticipated changes in the clinical course

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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  • TTP-3

    Developing a plan for continuing professional development

    Key features and assessment plan

    - This EPA is meant to address the resident’s professional development needs for the first 3-5 years in practice and may include a variety of scenarios. Examples include a plan to act on identified performance gaps; a plan to correct gaps in areas of practice not experienced in training; a plan to prepare for practice in a specific setting (i.e., correctional); and/or a practice requiring distinct skills. - Achievement of this EPA includes providing a) the rationale for a learning plan, b) self-reflection, c) personal needs assessment, d) time management and e) identification of the methods to achieve the personal learning plan such as literature review, clinical training, mentorship, conference attendance and/or rounds attendance.

    Discussion or review of resident’s submission of a professional development plan by supervisor or by a mentor Use form 4 Collect 1 observation of achievement.

    Suggested observations: 1

    Entrustment (how much supervision did this activity need?)

    1. I had to do
    2. I had to talk them through
    3. I needed to prompt
    4. I needed to be there just in case
    5. I didn’t need to be there

    Medical Expert

    • ME 1.1 Demonstrate an awareness of what is required to practise safely and effectively in the setting of future practice

    Leader

    • L 4.2 Examine personal interests and career goals
    • L 4.2 Adjust educational experiences to gain competencies necessary for future practice

    Scholar

    • S 1.2 Interpret data on personal performance to identify opportunities for learning and improvement
    • S 1.1 Define learning needs related to personal practice and/or career goals
    • S 3.1 Generate focused questions that address knowledge gaps
    • S 1.1 Create a learning plan that is feasible, includes clear deliverables and a plan for monitoring ongoing achievement
    • S 1.1 Identify resources required to implement a personal learning plan

    Professional

    • P 2.1 Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining and enhancing competence

    Case description

    Feedback provided

    Next steps

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