R1.ii · Temperature Physiology

Official V4 objective

Outline the mechanisms for heat transfer between the body and its environment.

2 SAQ topics 4 SAQ appearances 1 VIVA station

Current · V5 (2025) → M1.ii

Written examination

SAQ history

4 appearances

Heat Transfer — Mechanisms

2 exam appearances

2016B Q20

Describe the mechanisms by which heat is lost from the body (40% of marks). Discuss the importance of each of these in a sedated and intubated adult patient (60% of marks).

59%

2014B Q06

List the mechanisms involved in heat production and loss by the body. (80% of marks) Define thermoneutral zone and inter-threshold range. (20% of marks)

23%

Heat Transfer — Skin

2 exam appearances

2013B Q15

Explain the role of the skin.

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2007B Q06

Explain the role of the skin in maintaining body temperature.

57%

Oral examination

VIVA history

1 station

2017A · Day 1 · VIVA 5
This viva will examine cardiac physiology and measurement. Using the diagram provided, draw and label the cardiac conduction pathway. (Image removed.)

86% successful

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