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PLAB 2 (UKMLA-CPSA) Mock Tests

Breaking the Silence and Handling Domestic Abuse in Early Pregnancy – A PLAB 2 Scenario

Learn how to approach a sensitive PLAB 2 scenario involving early pregnancy bleeding and suspected domestic abuse with empathy and accuracy.

examiner mla

Jun 152 min read

A middle-aged man with short dark hair sits alone in a dimly lit room, wearing a gray sweater. He is turned slightly away from the camera, eyes closed, and resting his hand on his forehead, expressing deep emotional distress and solitude.

A Complete Guide to Diagnosing and Managing Post-Trauma Stress: A PLAB 2 Mock Scenario

Learn how to approach a PTSD case after a car accident in PLAB 2: symptom recognition, mental health risk screening, and empathetic care.

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Jun 152 min read

Patient Complaint Over Antibiotic Side Effects: PLAB 2 Mock Scenario

Learn how to manage a patient complaint following antibiotic-associated C. difficile colitis in this critical PLAB 2 GP consultation station.

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Jun 152 min read

Delivering Bad News and Initiating Palliative Care – A PLAB 2 Mock Scenario

Breaking bad news in PLAB 2: Mastering the SPIKES protocol for transitioning stroke patients to palliative care with empathy and clarity.

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Jun 152 min read

A concerned middle-aged man in a dark sweater listens intently as a doctor in a white coat and stethoscope explains medical results. The doctor holds a document and gestures empathetically during their conversation in a bright, clinical setting.

Counseling Barrett’s Esophagus: A PLAB 2 Mock Scenario

Learn how to counsel a patient diagnosed with Barrett’s Esophagus post-endoscopy, covering communication, diagnosis, and management.

examiner mla

Jun 152 min read

A middle-aged male doctor in a white coat is attentively speaking to a young adult male patient lying in a hospital bed. The patient, dressed in a blue gown and covered with a white blanket, looks engaged in the conversation. A supportive woman sits beside him, gently holding his arm. The setting is a calm, well-lit hospital room with a neutral background.

First Seizure in A Young Adult: Cracking the Viral Encephalitis Code – PLAB 2 Mock Scenario

Diagnosing a young adult's first seizure: Encephalitis vs. meningitis? Key PLAB 2 insights from a critical emergency scenario.

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Jun 152 min read

A two-year-old child with a reddish rash on the arms and face is being held by an adult in a clinic. A female doctor in a light blue shirt and stethoscope observes the child attentively in a clean, well-lit medical examination room.

How to Spot and Manage Kawasaki Disease in a Feverish Child: PLAB 2 Mock Scenario

Master Kawasaki Disease diagnosis in PLAB 2: Learn how to handle pediatric fever with rash, red flags, and urgent referrals like a pro.

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Jun 152 min read

A female pediatric doctor wearing a white coat and gloves gently examines a red rash on a young child's arm. The child, around 3 to 4 years old, looks down quietly. The background is softly lit and neutral, emphasizing a calm clinical setting and focused medical care.

Mastering Paediatric Fever and Rash for PLAB 2 Success: A Mock Guide

Identify fever patterns and rash types in children to distinguish serious paediatric infections like Kawasaki disease and measles effectively.

Ann Augustin

Jun 154 min read

A teenage girl with long brown hair sits alone in a telephone call booth, holding a phone to her ear and gazing down thoughtfully at a paper in her hand. Behind the glass partition, a concerned male doctor in a white coat is seen softly focused, also on the phone, conveying a moment of quiet support and empathy.

Managing Adolescent Bulimia: A PLAB 2 Mock Scenario

Learn how to handle adolescent bulimia in PLAB 2, risk assessment, SCOFF criteria, referrals, and communication in one structured summary.

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Jun 143 min read

A composite image showing two adjacent scenes in a medical office. On the left, a visibly upset middle-aged woman with shoulder-length brown hair speaks angrily on the phone while holding a document, her mouth open in frustration. On the right, a calm male doctor in a white coat and stethoscope listens attentively, gesturing gently with his hand, conveying empathy and professionalism.

When Emotions Run High: Mastering the Angry Relative Scenario: A PLAB 2 Mock Scenario

Handle angry relatives in PLAB 2 with empathy, ethics, and clarity, especially when medication changes and legal authority like LPA are involved.

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Jun 142 min read

PLAB 2 Mock Scenario: Breaking Bad News in Terminal Dementia – A Guide to Compassionate and Ethical Communication

Explaining terminal dementia and palliative care in PLAB 2: how to handle carer concerns with empathy, clarity, and clinical precision.

examiner mla

Jun 142 min read

A middle-aged male doctor in a white coat sits across from a young woman in a beige sweater. The doctor listens attentively with a notepad in hand, while the woman looks concerned, resting her head on one hand. They are in a calm, well-lit consultation room, creating a private and professional atmosphere.

Compassionate Abortion Counseling, A Guide to Risk, Reassurance & Respectful Communication: A PLAB 2 Mock Scenario

Counseling a patient for surgical abortion: Address fertility concerns, explain risks clearly, and support patient choices empathetically.

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Jun 142 min read

A doctor gently discussing mental health therapy with a patient in a calm, confidential GP consultation room setting.

Understanding CBT in the UK: Formats, Failures, and Next Steps

Show empathy and structure when a patient says “CBT didn’t work” – review past therapy, explore NICE-aligned alternatives, and support the next steps.

Ann Augustin

Jun 122 min read

A concerned middle-aged man with a vivid red subconjunctival hemorrhage in his right eye, being gently examined by a gloved medical professional in a clinical setting.

Subconjunctival Haemorrhage in a Patient on Aspirin – PLAB 2 Response

Do not stop aspirin in subconjunctival haemorrhage unless compelling reasons exist. Reassurance and clinical judgement are key.

Ann Augustin

Jun 122 min read

A flat-style digital illustration showing a female doctor and a female patient in a consultation. The doctor, wearing a white coat and stethoscope, gently holds the patient's hands across a table. The patient listens attentively. The background includes visual icons such as a scale of justice, hospital building, checklist, and calendar—symbolizing legal, healthcare, procedural, and gestational aspects of abortion care. No text is used in the image.

Abortion in the UK — A Practical Guide for PLAB 2 Candidates

Understand UK abortion care in PLAB 2, covering legality, communication, ethics, safeguarding, contraception, and more.

Ann Augustin

Jun 113 min read

A doctor in a white coat and gloves administers an injection to a concerned female patient — a scene relevant for PLAB 2 clinical scenarios. In the background, a world map highlights rabies-endemic regions, and a poster displays animals such as cats, dogs, and bats. A medical tray with HRIG vials, a syringe, and swabs is visible in the foreground.

Rabies Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) — A UK Guide for Animal Bites in PLAB 2

Master rabies PEP in PLAB 2: Learn when to give vaccine, HRIG, and tetanus based on WHO exposure category and patient history.

Ann Augustin

Jun 62 min read

A photograph shows a female doctor of South Asian descent in a white coat with a stethoscope around her neck, attentively speaking to a young male patient wearing a green T-shirt in a clinical setting, illustrating a typical PLAB 2 communication and ethics scenario.

Partner Notification and Contact Tracing in the UK — A Guide for PLAB 2 Candidates

Master partner notification for STIs in PLAB 2. Learn when to inform, when to refer, and how to uphold confidentiality & ethics.

Ann Augustin

Jun 62 min read

Doctor consulting a patient in a sexual health clinic for a PLAB 2 scenario, symbolizing inclusive, confidential care for STI screening and LGBTQ+ support.

Understanding GUM Clinics in the UK: A Guide for PLAB 2 Candidates

Master STI cases in PLAB 2: Learn GUM clinic referrals, PrEP/PEP access, safeguarding minors, and LGBTQ+ affirmative care.

Ann Augustin

Jun 62 min read

A concerned female patient shows a painful, red swelling on her shin to a doctor during consultation — a realistic PLAB 2 clinical scenario demonstrating erythema nodosum and empathetic patient care.

Erythema Nodosum: A Clue to Underlying Disease for PLAB 2

Understand Erythema Nodosum in PLAB 2: causes, diagnosis, and how to manage this key skin sign of systemic disease. Essential OSCE prep!

Ann Augustin

Jun 53 min read

A concerned male doctor gently supports an elderly Caucasian woman showing facial swelling, depicting a PLAB 2 clinical scenario focused on empathy and emergency care.

From ACEI to ARB: What to Do When Angioedema Strikes in PLAB 2

Learn how to manage ACE inhibitor-induced angioedema in PLAB 2, including emergency steps, medication alternatives, and ethical considerations.

Ann Augustin

Jun 32 min read