O1.v · Gastrointestinal Physiology

Official V4 objective

Outline the gastrointestinal blood supply.

Written examination

SAQ history

2 appearances

GI Blood Supply

2 exam appearances

2021A Q07

Outline the anatomy of the blood supply (arteries and veins) of the gastrointestinal system (oesophagus to anus)

48%

2018A Q07

Outline the blood supply to the gastrointestinal system (arteries and veins).

Oral examination

1 station

2016A · Day 1 · VIVA 2
This viva tested knowledge of Respiratory Physiology. It discussed compliance, Functional Residual Capacity (FRC), Pressure Volume Loops and the work of breathing. It went on to discuss abdominal pressure, splanchnic blood flow and pharmacology of terlipressin.

Pass rate not reported

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