Table 3.

Categories used to code the content of the feedback and related definitions

Category	Definition	Example
Content – history taking	Number of items mentioned and/or discussed regarding history taking during the feedback session	It is good that you asked about the presence of shortness of breath
		Don’t forget to ask about the past history
Content – physical examination	Number of items related to diagnosis and management mentioned and/or discussed regarding the physical examination during the feedback session	Your physical exam was systematic
		You did not palpate the spleen
Content – explanation and planning-ending the session	Number of items mentioned and/or discussed regarding the suspected diagnosis and management	The diagnosis was correct
Content – communication skills	Number of items related to communication skills mentioned and/or discussed during the feedback session	I liked the way you responded to the patients’ emotions
		You used jargon during the encounter
Elaboration – clinical reasoning	Number of times the tutor elaborated in directive or facilitative way on the importance or relevance of collecting such items during the feedback session	Why is it important to ask about gynecological complaints in a young woman with abdominal pain? (facilitative)
Elaboration – communication/professionalism	Number of times the tutor elaborated in directive or facilitative way on the importance of professionalism or communication	Do not forget to explore patients’ beliefs and emotions: it will influence the way you will explain the diagnosis (directive)