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How we measure problem-solving ability.

J R Marshall

    Medical Education
    |September 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    This review examines recent literature on problem-solving, focusing on factors that may undermine the Patient Management Problem (PMP) as an assessment tool. It proposes a definition for problem-solving competence and suggests future research directions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Education
    • Cognitive Psychology

    Background:

    • Recent literature on problem-solving is reviewed.
    • The Patient Management Problem (PMP) is a common assessment tool for problem-solving ability.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify factors that may discredit the PMP as a measure of problem-solving ability.
    • To propose a definition of competence in problem-solving.
    • To discuss the scoring of problem-solving assessments.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of recent studies on problem-solving.
    • Analysis of factors potentially affecting the validity of the PMP.

    Main Results:

    • Identified potential limitations and criticisms of the PMP.

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  • Proposed a definition for problem-solving competence.
  • Discussed the complexities of scoring problem-solving skills.

    • Conclusions:

    • The PMP may face challenges as a sole measure of problem-solving ability.
    • A clear definition of competence is needed for accurate assessment.
    • Further research is required to refine assessment methods.