Safe and Sound: Understanding the Treatment of Perforated Eardrums in Chronic Ear Infections
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Deciding the safe treatment for a perforated eardrum in CSOM: when to use topical vs. oral antibiotics without risking ototoxicity.
Ann Augustin
- Aug 13
- 2 min
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.
120
Ann Augustin
- Aug 13
- 2 min
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.
40
Ann Augustin
- Aug 13
- 1 min
Why Postural Hypotension Can Develop After Years on Stable Antihypertensive Medication
Discover why postural hypotension can develop even after years on stable antihypertensive medication. The potential causes and solutions.
50
Ann Augustin
- Aug 8
- 3 min
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.
60
Ann Augustin
- Jul 31
- 2 min
Navigating Sensitive Conversations: Addressing Colleague Alcohol Concerns
Steps for handling a colleague's potential alcohol issues. Learn how to address concerns empathetically while prioritizing patient safety.
100
Ann Augustin
- Jun 28
- 2 min
Summary of Feedback for Scenario: Angry Patient Consultation
Recognize and address angry patient concerns, gather detailed info on infection, validate emotions, explain, apologize, offer PALS.
70
examiner mla
- Jun 25
- 2 min
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.
180
examiner mla
- Jun 25
- 2 min
Cultural Competence: Transgender Patient with UTI
Focus on UTI symptoms, respect gender identity, gather relevant history, provide pain relief, refer to support groups, clear comminucation.
110
examiner mla
- Jun 19
- 2 min
Breaking Bad News with compassion: Father with ICH
Learn how to deliver terminal news with empathy using the SPIKES protocol.
280
examiner mla
- Jun 17
- 2 min
Breaking Bad News Station: SPIKES Approach and Key Considerations
Delivering a terminal diagnosis is one of the most challenging tasks a doctor faces. Learn how to tackle that in your PLAB 2 exam
40
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