The influence of candidates' physical attributes on patient ratings in simulated assessments of clinical practice.

Celia A TaylorK BadgerMichael D Reid Rachel J Westacott Mark Gurnell Malcolm ReedG ChamberlainE HatfieldA SharifAmir H Sam

Published in: Medical teacher (2022)

The presence of certain physical attributes (tattoos or purple hair) was associated with higher scores given by patients to candidates in a simulated physical examination station.

Keyphrases

physical activity
mental health
end stage renal disease
clinical practice
ejection fraction
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chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis