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A realistic medical scene suitable for PLAB 2 preparation, showing a calm but urgent A&E setting where a junior doctor in teal scrubs assesses the airway of a patient with visible facial swelling, highlighting key clinical skills needed for emergency scenarios.

PLAB 2 Mock test feedback:: Counseling-Counseling Medication: Angioedema ACEI :: 1st Attempt

Master ACE-inhibitor-induced angioedema in PLAB 2: clinical signs, urgent management, and how to explain it simply to patients.

examiner mla

Jul 297 min read

A PLAB 2 clinical scenario showing a South Asian male doctor examining a female patient with suspected angioedema in a simulated consultation.

Differentiating Allergic Reactions vs Bradykinin-Induced Angioedema: A Guide for PLAB 2

Distinguish allergic vs bradykinin angioedema fast in PLAB 2. Master airway risk, treatment & communication for UK emergency cases.

Ann Augustin

Jul 282 min read

A PLAB 2 exam scenario showing a distressed Caucasian mother speaking to a calm, empathetic doctor in a hospital consultation room.

PUID: 51 || PLAB 2 Mock 8 :: AngryFromBeginning4: IV Missed Allergy

Handle angry parents professionally in PLAB 2 by recognizing emotions, acknowledging errors, and offering structured resolution steps.

examiner mla

Jul 272 min read

A mother gently examines her baby’s scalp for cradle cap, illustrating a typical PLAB 2 paediatrics scenario focused on parental reassurance.

PUID: 51 || PLAB 2 Mock 7 :: Rash16: Cradle Cap

Master the PLAB 2 station on cradle cap with this expert guide—clinical insight, communication tips, and management you can trust.

examiner mla

Jul 272 min read

A calm, focused doctor attentively listening to a patient during a consultation in a GP setting — ideal for illustrating PLAB 2 exam scenarios involving communication and empathy.

Understanding and Using ICE in Medical Practice

Use ICE—Ideas, Concerns, Expectations—to unlock deeper rapport and improve patient-centered consultations in your PLAB 2 journey.

Ann Augustin

Jul 263 min read

PLAB 2 Mock test feedback:: Medical Ethics-Underage Contraception Request at GP Clinic :: 2nd Attempt

Master the emergency contraception PLAB 2 station with expert tips on safeguarding, Fraser competence, and patient-centred care.

examiner mla

Jul 258 min read

A medical consultation scene showing a young male doctor with a stethoscope explaining benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) to an older male patient, who holds an anatomical diagram of the prostate and bladder; the doctor appears empathetic and attentive, emphasizing the patient-centered approach typical in PLAB 2 OSCE scenarios. Ask ChatGPT

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) – A PLAB 2 Guide

Master BPH in PLAB 2 with this structured guide: from LUTS to DRE, PSA, meds, ED concerns & patient-friendly explanations.

Ann Augustin

Jul 243 min read

A medical professional demonstrating a subcutaneous injection on a patient's abdomen, showcasing proper technique for the PLAB 2 exam.

Subcutaneous Injections: A PLAB 2 Revision Blog

Master subcutaneous injection techniques for PLAB 2 with this clear, step-by-step OSCE guide, including asepsis, landmarks, and rotation tips.

Ann Augustin

Jul 162 min read

A PLAB 2 scenario showing a female doctor reassuring a concerned mother holding her child during a flu vaccine consultation.

Flu Vaccination Counseling for Children - A High-Yield PLAB 2 Guide

Master flu vaccine counselling for PLAB 2: clinical details, safety, side effects, and ethical consent made simple for parental reassurance.

Ann Augustin

Jul 142 min read

PLAB 2 scenario showing a healthcare worker in blue scrubs and a surgical mask washing their hands at a sink, with a small yellow sharps bin visible on the counter, in a blurred hospital treatment room background.

Needle Stick Injury (NSI) and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis – PLAB 2 Guide

Needle stick injuries: structured PLAB 2 approach to hospital and community exposures, PEP, and vaccination protocols.

Ann Augustin

Jun 303 min read

PLAB 2 Mock Test Feedback :: ENT :: Epistaxis :: Attempt1

Mock Date: 25/06/2025 Case 1 :: Attempt 1 Topic: ENT Case Name: Epistaxis Action Items: Practice and Review the case in the OSCE workbench: Click Here Watch the (Private) Mock Test Video Recording: Click Here Read the Case Blog: Click Here Additional Resources: Click Here Deep Dive into your (Private) performance below: Scenario Summary: Miss Lynn Taylor, a 25-year-old teacher, presents with recurrent nosebleeds. She experiences these episodes a few times a month, especially

examiner mla

Jun 296 min read

A calm male doctor wearing glasses and a white coat points at a tablet screen while discussing results with a smiling female patient in a consulting room, with soft natural sunlight coming through the window in the background.

PUID: 42 || Vitamin D Deficiency in PLAB 2: Diagnosis, Safety Netting, and Effective Consultation, a PLAB 2 Mock- Attempt 1

Learn to approach tiredness, constipation, and vitamin D deficiency in PLAB 2 with safe, structured NHS consultations and management.

examiner mla

Jun 292 min read

A calm elderly woman with short grey hair and a thoughtful expression sits in a clinic setting, wearing a beige top, with a doctor’s hand resting gently on her shoulder in reassurance. The background is softly blurred, creating a warm, professional medical environment.

PUID: 42 ||Suspected Dementia Assessment with Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE): A PLAB 2 mock attempt 1

Learn a structured approach to dementia assessment in PLAB 2, with key MMSE tips, differential diagnosis, and management strategies.

examiner mla

Jun 292 min read

A thoughtful elderly woman with short white hair sits on a beige sofa, wearing a light brown long-sleeve top, gazing out of a window with a contemplative expression. Warm natural sunlight softly illuminates her face, highlighting her gentle wrinkles, evoking the kind of empathetic observation expected in a PLAB 2 memory loss or dementia station.

🧠 Alzheimer’s Disease: Quick PLAB 2 Revision

Understand Alzheimer’s disease for PLAB 2: clinical features, diagnosis, management, risk factors, and preventive strategies summarised.

Ann Augustin

Jun 282 min read

PLAB 2 scenario: A young transgender woman with shoulder-length brown hair consults a calm, respectful female doctor in a clinical setting. The doctor gently holds the patient’s arm, conveying empathy and professionalism.

🏳️‍🌈 Consulting Transgender Patients in PLAB 2: Cultural Competence Without Assumptions

PLAB 2 guidance: Respect the identity, treat the symptoms. Here’s how to approach common presentations in transgender patients with clinical focus and empathy.

Ann Augustin

Jun 244 min read

A doctor sitting across from a distressed relative in a softly lit hospital room, gently holding their hand with a compassionate expression. The setting includes a hospital bed and medical equipment in the background, subtly highlighting empathy and emotional support.

Breaking bad news transition to Palliative Care for an Unconscious Stroke Patient: PLAB 2 Mock Attempt 2

Master the art of breaking bad news in PLAB 2. Learn to manage time, convey prognosis, and support relatives with structured empathy.

examiner mla

Jun 192 min read

A compassionate male doctor in a white coat sits beside a worried woman in a softly lit hospital room. He gently holds her hand in support, while she looks down with concern. In the background, a hospital bed and medical monitor are dimly visible, emphasizing the emotional moment and human connection.

Breaking bad news transition to Palliative Care for an Unconscious Stroke Patient: PLAB 2 Mock Attempt 1

Learn how to deliver difficult news and manage end-of-life care in PLAB 2 with confidence using the SPIKES protocol and GMC-aligned strategies

examiner mla

Jun 192 min read

A digital educational graphic for PLAB 2 preparation features the title "PALLIATIVE CARE" with the subtitle "Treatment for comfort and dignity." It includes an illustration of a compassionate nurse gently holding the hand of an elderly patient in bed. To the right, a red circle with a slash overlays an image of antibiotic capsules, along with the text "Antibiotics not generally used," emphasizing the comfort-focused approach of palliative care commonly assessed in PLAB 2 scenarios.

🩺 Antibiotics at the End of Life: Comfort First, Not Cure: A PLAB 2 mock Scenario

PLAB 2-relevant visual emphasizes that antibiotics in palliative care should prioritize comfort over cure, reflecting UK guidance. It highlights symptom relief and shared decision-making as essential principles for palliative scenarios assessed in PLAB 2.

Ann Augustin

Jun 183 min read