Cervical Smear Test
Introduction Introduce yourself Wash Hands Explanation Explain what you need to do to ensure the patient fully understands “I’ve been asked to carry out a cervical smear test” . Do you know anything...
View ArticleObstetric Abdominal Examination
Introduction Introduce yourself Wash Hands Ask if patient has any pain anywhere before you begin Explanation Describe what you are going to do “I would like to perform an examination by gently feeling...
View ArticleBreast Examination
Introduction Introduce yourself Wash Hands Ask if patient has any pain anywhere before you begin Explain procedure Gain Consent Chaperone – “I’m required to have a female chaperone by law, is that ok?”...
View ArticleThyroid Status Examination
Introduction Introduce yourself Wash Hands Explain the examination Gain Consent Position patient sat on chair facing you Inspection Behaviour Agitated Anxious Fidgety? . Hands Dry/Sweaty Thyroid...
View ArticleDiabetic Foot Examination
Introduction Introduce yourself Wash Hands Explain the examination Gain Consent Position patient on bed at 45° Expose patients lower legs & feet Inspect Colour – pallor, cyanosis, redness Skin –...
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How to read an ECG
It’s important to have a systematic approach to reading & reporting ECG’s It makes sure you don’t miss anything & allows you to present the results in a clear way By following the steps below...
View ArticleVenepuncture – how to take blood
Introduction Introduce yourself Confirm patient details Explain procedure Gain consent Wash hands Equipment Gather the following items: Needle Barrel Vacutainer bottles Tourniquet Alcohol swab Cotton...
View ArticleHow to perform cannulation
Introduction Introduce yourself Wash hands Check patient details Explain procedure Gain consent Gather equipment Non sterile gloves Apron Cannula Dressing Gauze Cannula - the standard size is 20g...
View ArticleBlood Transfusion – OSCE Guide
Collecting the initial blood sample 1. Ask patient their name & D.O.B & compare this to their identity bracelet to ensure they match 2. Collect blood sample into the bottles used for blood...
View ArticleCerebellar Examination – OSCE Guide
Introduction Wash hands Introduce yourself Explain examination Gain consent Achieve appropriate exposure Ask if patient has any pain anywhere before you begin! Gait Observe the patients normal gait...
View ArticleNeck Lump Examination – OSCE Guide
Introduction Wash hands Introduce yourself Confirm patient details Explain examination Gain consent Appropriately position & expose the neck for optimal examination General inspection Identify any...
View ArticleHow to take an Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) – OSCE Guide
Taking an arterial blood gas involves using a needle and syringe to sample blood, most often from the radial artery. This is particularly useful to accurately assess levels of oxygenation and acid/base...
View ArticleRectal Examination (PR) – OSCE Guide
Rectal examination (PR) is a relatively common OSCE station. You’ll be expected to pick up the relevant clinical signs using your examination skills. and demonstrate appropriate communication...
View ArticleDeath Confirmation – OSCE Guide
Before death confirmation Indicate you would check the resuscitation status of the patient before doing anything else: If the patient is not for resuscitation, continue to confirm the death If there is...
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Blood Bottles Guide
. Knowing which blood bottles to use for different tests may not be that important for passing your finals, but will be absolutely essential when you start work on the wards afterwards. It is one of...
View ArticleBlood Pressure Measurement – OSCE Guide
Gather equipment Before you see the patient ensure you have the appropriate equipment to perform blood pressure measurement 1. Stethoscope 2. Sphygmomanometer: Ensure you have an appropriately...
View ArticleHow to record an ECG – OSCE Guide
Gather Equipment ECG machine - to record an ECG Self adhesive pads - for attachment of ECG leads to the patient Razor - may be required to remove hair to provide adequate electrode contact with the...
View ArticleMale catheterisation
Gather Equipment Male catheter – 12/14 french Catheter bag Catheter pack: Small pot Cotton wool balls Sterile drapes Sterile gloves Sterile gauze Kidney dish or absorbent pad Tweezers Saline...
View ArticleFemale catheterisation
Gather Equipment Male catheter - 12/14 french – male catheters are used for both male & females to avoid confusion Catheter bag Catheter pack: Small pot Cotton wool balls Sterile drapes Sterile...
View ArticleBlood glucose measurement
Gather equipment Blood glucose reader Spring loaded lancet (a.k.a. “the finger pricker”) Testing strips – check expiry date is valid Gloves Cotton ball / Gauze Alcohol wipe Introduction Wash hands...
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