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Peer physical examination (PPE) allows students to practice physical exam skills. However, PPE may face challenges with cultural and linguistic diversity, requiring best practice guidelines.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Clinical Skills Training
  • Healthcare Professions Education

Background:

  • Decreased opportunities for medical students to practice physical examination skills on inpatients.
  • Peer physical examination (PPE) has emerged as a key alternative method for skill acquisition.
  • Existing literature highlights the widespread use and acceptance of PPE.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the challenges associated with peer physical examination (PPE).
  • To explore the acceptability of PPE among diverse student populations.
  • To define best practice recommendations for implementing PPE.

Main Methods:

  • Review of published literature on peer physical examination.
  • Analysis of findings related to PPE acceptability and challenges.
  • Synthesis of evidence to formulate best practice guidelines.

Main Results:

  • Peer physical examination is a widely adopted method for learning physical examination skills.
  • PPE may present lower acceptability among culturally and linguistically diverse students.
  • Identification of specific challenges impacting PPE effectiveness and inclusivity.

Conclusions:

  • Best practice points are crucial for optimizing peer physical examination.
  • Addressing diversity is essential for equitable skill development in medical education.
  • Guidelines are needed to enhance the effectiveness and acceptance of PPE for all students.