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Addressing an Angry Patient with Adverse Drug Reaction
Managing angry patients requires empathy, clear communication, and professionalism. Address adverse reactions with sincerity and solutions.
Ann Augustin
Nov 27, 20242 min read
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Bite-Sized Care: Managing Cat Bite
Learn essential steps to manage cat bite cases for PLAB 2, from quick history-taking to effective wound care, vaccinations, and patient rapp
Ann Augustin
Nov 13, 20242 min read
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Medical Ethics: Social Media Professional Boundaries
Navigating social media boundaries is key for doctors. Maintain trust by keeping interactions with patients professional and confidential.
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20243 min read
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Developmental Delay and Parental Concerns
Handling parental concerns about developmental delays requires empathy, clear communication, and structured follow-up for reassurance.
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20243 min read
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Suicide Risk and Crisis Intervention in Adolescents
Essential steps for managing adolescent suicide risk: build trust, ensure safety, offer resources, and guide patients in crisis planning.
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20243 min read
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Telephone Consultation for Suspected Skin Lesion
Master the PLAB 2 telephone consultation: learn to balance focused history-taking, clear provisional diagnosis, and patient-centered care.
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20242 min read
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Handling the Heat: A PLAB 2 Guide to Managing Angry Patients When Disclosing a Misdiagnosis
Learning to handle high-stake PLAB 2 scenarios with angry patients by learning how to disclose misdiagnoses with empathy and professionalism
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20242 min read
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Breaking Bad News in a Terminal Diagnosis Scenario: Informing a Spouse about a Massive Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Learn compassionate, effective strategies for breaking bad news in PLAB 2's terminal diagnosis scenarios. Master empathy and communication.
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20242 min read
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Insomnia Due to Depression
Managing insomnia in depression: Focus on sleep hygiene, psychological support, empathetic listening, and cautious use of medication
Ann Augustin
Oct 26, 20243 min read
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Eating Disorder in a Teenage Girl (Bulimia Nervosa)
Manage bulimia in teens, addressing life-threatening risks, communicating empathetically, and referring to specialist mental health services
Ann Augustin
Oct 5, 20243 min read
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Delivering Difficult News in PLAB 2: Mesothelioma Disclosure with Compassion and Skill
Learn how to deliver a mesothelioma diagnosis with empathy, manage patient emotions, and apply essential communication skills in PLAB 2.
Ann Augustin
Sep 25, 20243 min read
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A Compassionate Approach to Breaking Bad News in Healthcare
A guide for healthcare professionals to effectively deliver bad news using the Spikes and EVE protocols with empathy and clarity.
Ann Augustin
Aug 18, 20243 min read
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Raynaud's Phenomenon Unveiled: Essential Insights for PLAB 2 Success
Understanding Raynaud's Phenomenon in PLAB 2: Diagnose, differentiate, and manage with patient-centered care for exam success.
Ann Augustin
Aug 14, 20244 min read
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Safe and Sound: Understanding the Treatment of Perforated Eardrums in Chronic Ear Infections
Deciding the safe treatment for a perforated eardrum in CSOM: when to use topical vs. oral antibiotics without risking ototoxicity.
Ann Augustin
Aug 14, 20242 min read
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Confidentiality and Legalities: How to Handle Parental Inquiries About Teenage Contraception
Balancing confidentiality and legality when a parent inquires about a teen's contraception: How to approach with care and professionalism.
Ann Augustin
Aug 12, 20242 min read
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Responsible Antibiotic Use: A Guide for Travelers Requesting Medication for Overseas Trips
Learn how to responsibly handle patient requests for antibiotics before overseas travel, focusing on assessment, education, and proper use.
Ann Augustin
Aug 12, 20242 min read
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Overcoming the Challenge of Bedwetting: A Guide for Doctors to Support Parents and Children
Learn how to support parents and manage primary enuresis in children with compassionate care and effective strategies.
Ann Augustin
Aug 7, 20243 min read
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Medical Ethics: Minor with STI
Identify STIs in minors quickly, address abuse and legal issues, involve seniors, and ensure follow-up for support and safety netting.
examiner mla
Jun 24, 20242 min read
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General Feedback on Smoking Cessation Counselling
Effective smoking cessation counseling involves brief, relevant history taking, addressing misconceptions, tailored strategies, and empathy.
examiner mla
Jun 20, 20242 min read
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Breaking Bad News with compassion: Father with ICH
Learn how to deliver terminal news with empathy using the SPIKES protocol.
examiner mla
Jun 19, 20242 min read
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