From: Teaching and learning about dementia in UK medical schools: a national survey
GMC outcome domain | Example learning outcomes | Number (%) of schools with relevant learning outcome |
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The doctor as a scientist and scholar (knowledge) | Describe the brain changes that occur in dementia | 11 (73%) |
Classify dementia according to cause | ||
The doctor as a practitioner (skills) | Take a relevant history, including an informant history | 12 (80%) |
Perform a mental state examination including an examination of cognitive function. | ||
Outline an investigation plan | ||
Summarise the special considerations in prescribing psychotropic medications in the elderly | ||
The doctor as a professional (attitudes/behaviour) | Explain the medico-legal issues associated with dementia | 10 (67%) |
 | Have an understanding of why care-giving for people with dementia is difficult |  |