H1.v · Renal Physiology

Official V4 objective

Describe the functions of the kidney.

Written examination

SAQ history

5 appearances

Kidney Functions

1 exam appearance

2013A Q09

Outline the functions of the kidney.

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2 exam appearances

2021B Q05

Write detailed notes on angiotensin, including its synthesis, role within the body and regulation.

24%

2009B Q18

Outline the physiology of, and factors which regulate levels of angiotensin.

44%

1 exam appearance

2011B Q06

Describe the physiology of the Renin and Angiotensin system.

60%

1 exam appearance

2017A Q04

Describe the Endocrine functions of the kidney.

39%

Oral examination

5 stations

2019B · Day 3 · VIVA 8
This viva will test your knowledge of renal physiology. What are the functions of the kidney?

100% successful
2017B · Day 2 · VIVA 1
This viva will test your knowledge of renal physiology and potassium. Briefly outline the functions of the kidney.

90% successful
2017B · Day 3 · VIVA 6
This viva is on the endocrine functions of the kidney and renal pharmacology. Describe the renin-angiotensin system.

100% successful
2016A · Day 2 · VIVA 4
This viva tested knowledge of renal physiology and the pharmacology of diuretics. It discussed the functions of the kidney, GFR and factors that influence plasma creatinine.

Pass rate not reported
2011A · VIVA 7
This Viva will test your knowledge of renal physiology and potassium regulation Q 1. Briefly outline the functions of the kidney? This viva tested, briefly, knowledge of renal function, as well as covering hyperkalaemia in some depth. Candidates had a general knowledge related to hyperkalaemia, but struggled to explain the cardiac consequences as they related to the cardiac action potential and as they reflected upon the ECG.

100% successful

Sources: objective text from the relevant CICM syllabus; historical SAQ and VIVA wording from CICM examiner reports.