This podcast is based on clinical scenarios from the official AMC Handbook of Clinical Assessment published by the Australian Medical Council. All cases are used solely for study and discussion. We provide personal learning insights and clinical interpretations to support AMC candidates in developing their clinical reasoning skills. The AMC Handbook is the intellectual property of the Australian Medical Council. To access the official material, please visit the AMC website.

This episode outlines the clinical procedures and core competencies expected of medical students and junior doctors, focusing on patient care management. It details various skills across different levels of proficiency, from foundational tasks like venepuncture and vital sign measurement (Competency Level A) to more complex procedures requiring supervision (Competency Level B) and advanced clinical and procedural skills (Competency Level C). The handbook emphasises the importance of a graduated approach to learning, ensuring that medical professionals can competently perform and explain procedures and manage patient care effectively.

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