P.i · Nutrition and Metabolism

Official V4 objective

Describe the normal nutritional requirements, including vitamins and trace elements.

Written examination

SAQ history

2 appearances

2 exam appearances

2020B Q09

Outline the daily nutritional requirements, including electrolytes, for a normal 70 kg adult.

40%

2017B Q02

Outline the daily nutritional requirements, including electrolytes, for a normal 70 kg adult

21%

Oral examination

4 stations

2023B · Day 2 · VIVA 8
This viva will examine nutrition and endocrine pharmacology. What are the daily nutrient requirements for a healthy adult?

Pass rate not reported
2019A · Day 2 · VIVA 3
This viva is about nutrition. What is the daily caloric requirement for a 65-year-old female?

100% successful
2015A · VIVA 6
This Viva tested knowledge on nutrition and metabolism.

90% successful
2014A · VIVA 4
This Viva tested knowledge on glucose and lipid metabolism and went on to explore daily nutritional requirements and aspects of insulin physiology.

79.2% successful

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