Training Administrators of Graduate Medical Education (TAGME) Practice Test

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• What considerations are important when a GME program uses multiple clinical sites for training?
• Which documents are typically reviewed to assess resident education quality during site visits?
• How can wellness initiatives be funded and assessed for impact in a GME program?
• What term means additional information that may be requested by a Review or Recognition Committee as part of the review process?
• What is the primary clinical site?
• What is program evaluation?
• Which term is the body advisory to the program director that reviews residents' progress?
• Graduate medical education is also referred to as which of the following?
• Which document describes the official decision after a Recognition Committee's review?
• Why is transitions of care important in GME, and how should it be taught and assessed?
• Which data sources are recommended for verifying residents' clinical encounters across multiple training sites?
• The group of individuals assigned to teach and supervise residents/fellows is called
• If a program is Accredited with Warning or Probation, what is expected?
• A report requested of a Sponsoring Institution regarding concerns raised during a Review or Recognition Committee's regular review applies to which term?
• Which term describes an adverse event, near miss, or other event resulting from unsafe conditions in the clinical care setting?
• What does PGY stand for, and does it necessarily correspond to a resident's year in the program?
• Which term specifically denotes the subset of faculty that dedicates at least 15 hours per week to resident education and administration?
• What is the role of the GME office in relation to HR for resident appointments and payroll?
• Which statement accurately describes a Sub-specialty relationship to its related subspecialty program?
• Which term denotes a physician who has completed residency and is trained to supervise others?
• Which term best describes the physician who oversees patient care and resident education within a hospital department?
• What term best describes an individual enrolled in an ACGME-accredited residency program?
• Which statement best describes a Residency-Independent Subspecialty Program?
• How should a GME program handle a resident who is not meeting Milestones or educational outcomes?
• Why should burnout be monitored with metrics in a GME program?
• Which statements describe a specific structure, resource, or process required to achieve a Core Requirement?
• Which of the following is an example of an adverse action?
• Which title is typically assigned to a physician who is currently in a residency program but has not yet completed training?
• Which statement best describes at-home pager call in the 80-hour rule?
• All physician faculty members in a specialty program who have a significant role in the education of resident/fellows and who have documented qualifications to instruct and supervise are referred to as
• Which term refers to the description of performance levels residents are expected to demonstrate in the six ACGME Core Competency domains?
• Which term encompasses the formal process of evaluating the safety and effectiveness of the clinical learning environment through focus areas?
• What is the role of the Program Evaluation Committee (PEC) and what functions does it typically perform?
• Which term describes a formal indication that a required element must be met, often used in accreditation contexts?
• Which aspect is addressed by data governance in a GME information system?
• What term denotes a determination of substantial compliance with Osteopathic Recognition Requirements after evaluation and peer review?
• What is the role of the Designated Institutional Official (DIO) in a GME program?
• What is the Clinical Competency Committee (CCC)?
• What term is an allegation that a Sponsoring Institution or program is non-compliant with accreditation or recognition requirements?
• Which term refers to the process of evaluating programs for Osteopathic Recognition Requirements and issuing a compliance determination?
• What is Advancing Innovations in Residency Education (AIRE)?
• What is the DIO's primary responsibility?
• Milestones progress is used in GME to do what?
• Who is the attending physician?
• In a GME budget, which of the following is commonly considered revenue from residents' work?
• Which term is used to identify a mandatory requirement that may be met using innovative approaches when categorized as detail under continued accreditation?
• In program evaluation, what is the purpose of remediation plans?
• How should knowledge assessments be used to inform education planning?
• Which committee has delegated authority from the ACGME Board to set Osteopathic Recognition Requirements and to evaluate programs offering Osteopathic Principles and Practice?
• What is a Fellow?
• What are the domains included in Competencies?
• What term describes the official attestation following examinations?
• Which term refers to the formal notice from a committee about accreditation or recognition decisions?
• Who must sign the progress report before it is submitted to the Review or Recognition Committee?
• After a site visit citation, which group should be involved in corrective action planning and communication?
• The individual in a Sponsoring Institution who has the authority and responsibility for all of that institution's ACGME-accredited programs is the
• How should International Medical Graduates be managed regarding visa status within a GME program?
• What is required to host a new site or affiliate, and how does accreditation oversight apply?
• What is a categorical resident?
• Which term refers to a situation or event that significantly disrupts resident education across a sponsoring institution?
• How do supervision levels differ from grading in GME?
• What is the purpose and typical content of a remediation plan for a resident?
• How should knowledge assessments be used to inform education planning in a GME program?
• Which item is typically included in a GME budget?
• How should a program integrate patient safety and quality improvement into GME?
• What does Alleged egregious event refer to in ACGME terms?
• How are duty hours monitored and who is responsible for enforcing them?
• In graduate medical education, what title is assigned to a physician who is actively training in a residency program?
• Which policies ensure equal opportunity and non-discrimination in GME appointments?
• Which approach best supports resident well-being and burnout prevention?
• How should programs manage exceptions to standard duty hours during research or special circumstances to maintain compliance?
• What term describes one continuous 24-hour period free from all administrative, clinical, and educational activities?
• What term refers to a visit conducted by the CLER Field Representative that includes interviews and documentation review to assess the Sponsoring Institution's management of GME?
• Which description applies to an applicant?
• Institutional review refers to which process?
• How does IRB oversight relate to resident research within a GME program?
• Which term describes a physician who is currently enrolled in a residency program?
• What is the Accreditation Data System (ADS) primarily used for?
• What is the relationship between safety culture and patient outcomes in GME metrics?
• What document describes graduate medical education responsibilities between an accredited program and an external site?
• What term describes voluntary, compensated work beyond a resident's clinical hours and program requirements?
• What term describes the official communication from a Review or Recognition Committee stating an action taken?
• How does a GME program ensure compliance with duty hour requirements?
• Residency-dependent subspecialty program is best described as which of the following?
• Which document describes graduate medical education responsibilities between a program and a site outside the Sponsoring Institution?
• How should a program conduct an annual program evaluation to meet ACGME expectations?
• Which term identifies a mandatory requirement when categorized as core or outcome, and may allow alternative approaches under certain conditions for accreditation purposes?
• Which method is recommended for teaching standardized handoffs in transitions of care?
• What term describes a subspecialty co-sponsored by multiple specialties and accredited by multiple Residency Review Committees?
• What is the purpose of the annual program data process submitted to the accrediting body?
• Methods and strategies for learning to recognize and manage fatigue to support physician well-being and safe patient care are collectively known as
• Which title is typically given to a physician who is currently enrolled in an ACGME-accredited residency program but has not completed training?
• What is an appropriate program response to accreditation changes or citations identified during an inspection?
• Which term is used to denote a subspecialty that is co-sponsored by multiple specialties and overseen by multiple committees?
• Graded, progressive responsibility for patient care with defined oversight is described by which term?
• Which statement defines an adverse event in patient safety terms?
• Which term best identifies a trainee currently enrolled in an ACGME-accredited residency program?
• Which statements specify expected measurable attributes of residents at stages of their graduate medical education?
• How should a GME program handle resident grievances or harassment complaints?
• What is the purpose and typical outcomes of an ACGME site visit?
• What distinguishes specialty-specific requirements from CPRs?
• How should a GME program respond to an ACGME citation during a site visit?
• Which statement best describes at-home call (pager call) in duty-hour rules?
• Which term represents the collaborative group of clinicians from different professions who participate in patient care?
• What strategies help improve teaching quality through faculty development?
• Which term describes the net output of physicians into clinical practice, determined by the number of positions available in certain training areas?
• Which term describes voluntary, compensated work performed outside the site where the resident is in training?
• A situation or event that significantly alters the ability of a Sponsoring Institution and its programs to support resident/fellow education is called
• Which accreditation status indicates ongoing compliance with no major deficiencies?
• What does Fitness for work refer to?
• Which term describes voluntary, compensated work performed within the site where the resident is in training or at its related participating sites?
• In the example given, a pediatric endocrinology fellow in the first year of a pediatric endocrinology fellowship after completing a pediatric residency would have which PGY level?
• What is the interaction between the DIO and hospital governance structure?
• What is the term for a 24-hour period free from all administrative, clinical, and educational activities?
• Which entities are typically involved in governing GME in a teaching hospital?
• Which items are typically included in a site visit preparation checklist?
• How is an adverse event defined in GME patient safety terms?
• In the context of GME, what does APR refer to and what should it document?
• Which item is commonly included in site visit prep to verify program compliance?
• What is best practice for recruitment to ensure equality of opportunity?
• Which statement best describes a Fellowship?
• What is the difference between ACGME Milestones and competency-based assessment, and how should programs use them?
• After addressing a site-visit citation, what should be done next?
• How should a GME program evaluate its clinical learning environment to ensure quality and safety?
• What outcomes may result from an ACGME site visit?
• Which statements define structure, resource, and process elements essential to every GME program?
• How should a program address faculty-to-resident ratios and supervision coverage?
• Which term describes an ACGME program designed to provide US teaching hospitals with periodic feedback in Focus Areas specific to safety of the clinical learning environment?
• Which term describes a graduate from a medical school outside the US and Canada?
• What are the typical components of a GME governance structure in a teaching hospital?
• In-house call is defined as what?
• An event or situation that did not produce patient injury, but only because of chance is called a:
• What term describes a structured educational activity comprising a series of clinical and/or other learning experiences designed to train MDs, DOs, and others in a medical field?
• What steps are involved when a GME program implements major changes to the residency (curriculum, site, or governance) to maintain compliance?
• What is the role of hosting centers and affiliate sites in GME accreditation?
• Which term best describes the organization that provides educational experiences or rotations for residents and fellows (with examples such as universities and teaching hospitals)?
• Which term describes a finding that a Sponsoring Institution failed to comply with accreditation requirements?
• Which term describes the strategies to balance fatigue and maintain safe patient care, including sleep management and recovery periods?
• Which set of statements describes the expected measurable attributes of residents at stages of training?
• Which statement best describes a Sub-specialty program?
• Which statement best describes a Fellowship program?
• Which requirements apply to all specialties and sub-specialties except those with One-Year Common Program Requirements?
• Which statement accurately identifies a Fellow in ACGME terms?
• What is the term for the official attestation by a specialty certifying board of an individual's knowledge and skills in a specialty?
• Which term refers to the practice of medicine in which physicians assess patients to diagnose, treat, and/or prevent disease?
• Which entity reviews progress reports during the Sponsoring Institution's review process?
• Which term describes the overall group of individuals assigned to teach and supervise residents/fellows, including both physician and non-physician members?
• What is the official decision made by a Recognition Committee based on its review of a program's compliance?
• How can a program assess the validity and reliability of its resident evaluation system?
• Which set of requirements applies to all specialties under ACGME, and what is its purpose?
• What is the primary role of NRMP in GME operations?
• Which statement best describes an Adverse action in accreditation terms?
• Who is the person designated with authority and accountability for the operation of a residency/fellowship program?
• How can education planning be informed by assessing teaching impact?
• Which concept describes the net output of physicians into clinical practice based on the number of positions available in pipeline specialties?
• Which term is most appropriate for a physician who has completed medical school and is pursuing subspecialty training after residency?
• What is the term for a formative examination used to evaluate resident progress toward educational objectives?
• Which term describes the process of reviewing the progress of residents or fellows in a program?
• Which statement best defines accreditation status?
• How is a GME self-study different from an external site visit, and what is its purpose?
• The maximum number of residents or fellows approved by a Review Committee per year and/or per program based upon availability of adequate resources is known as what?
• How should data quality and auditing be performed for GME metrics?
• Which practice supports long-term data integrity in a GME system?
• Graduate medical education refers to which of the following?
• After targeted educational interventions, which approach best assesses progress toward milestones?
• Who is typically responsible for granting medical privileges and supervising a resident's education within a hospital?
• Which term describes a physician who has completed residency and is often pursuing further specialized training in a fellowship?
• Which designation is used for a physician currently participating in a residency program under ACGME accreditation?
• An association of two or more organizations that have come together to pursue common objectives, such as graduate medical education, is called a
• Who is an Applicant in the GME interview process?
• Which term is used for a physician actively enrolled in the residency program?
• Systematic instruction by means of planned learning experiences is defined as
• A rotation designed to eliminate in-house call and provide on-site duty during evening/night shifts is called:
• Which statement accurately describes moonlighting by residents?
• Which visa type is commonly used for International Medical Graduates in US GME programs?
• In a typical residency program, who is often responsible for evaluating resident performance and ensuring training standards are met?
• What metrics can be used to monitor and improve continuity of care across sites?
• Which term describes the planned experiences and instruction used to educate residents and fellows?
• All clinical and academic activities related to the program, including patient care, conferences, and duties relative to patient care, are encompassed by
• Formative Evaluation is best described as which of the following?
• What is a key requirement to ensure protected teaching time?
• What are best practices for maintaining resident progress notes and evaluation records for ACGME audits?
• Which term denotes the physician who supervises residents and has completed residency training?
• What types of data are typically reported to ACGME in the annual program data process?
• What designation refers to the current year of education within a program?
• What is the role of resident input in evaluating the clinical learning environment?
• What strategies verify that residents meet required clinical experiences across multiple training sites?
• What term refers to an organization that provides educational experiences or rotations for residents and fellows, with examples including universities, teaching hospitals, and clinics?
• How should educational resources be allocated in a GME program to meet needs?
• Which term is the set of requirements that apply across specialties and sub-specialties?
• What should a GME program do to manage faculty development resources and expectations?
• Which term refers to the team of healthcare professionals assigned to patient care, including nurses, pharmacists, case workers, and therapists?
• Residency-independent subspecialty program is defined as which statement?