Resident Care Evaluation: ACGME Core Competencies

The following evaluations can be used during an Observed Structured Clinical Examination or during a real patient encounter. Observe the resident while counseling the patient on breastfeeding. Have a faculty record the observation using this form and then discuss the results with the resident. If observing a real encounter, not all questions may be applicable.

• Communication Skills
  Evaluate residents' ability to communicate with a patient about breastfeeding.
• Patient History and Education
  Evaluate residents' ability to take a patient history and educate a patient about breastfeeding.
• ACGME Core Competencies
  Evaluate your residents' breastfeeding care skills according to the ACGME Core Competencies.