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Paracetamol overdose is a common presentation in A&E and so you may often find yourself looking after them. The information below is to help give you an overview. This article (like...
In Trauma and Orthopaedics, weight bearing refers to how much weight or force is put through a specific limb. As per the British Orthopaedic Association Standards for Trauma (BOAST)...
It is unusual that you would need to do more than examine cranial nerves in a child in day to day practice, but this is for the purpose of clinical exams. It is a step by step guide...
The Multiple Specialty Recruitment Assessment (MSRA) is a computer-based exam increasingly being used by many different specialties as part of core training applications. For all specialties,...
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Restorative yoga is a type of yoga that emphasises deep relaxation techniques and the importance of the balance between the mind and body. It encompasses yoga poses that...
Eye pain is a common presentation with a broad differential. A structured history is essential to identify sight-threatening and systemic causes. It is important to ask about eye pain...
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Surgical scrubbing can be a daunting task when it is your first few times or if you are rusty, especially if you are bieng watched by other staff or in a rush! Here is a re-fresher...
This is a UKMLA-centred article about breaking bad news.
Introduction
Breaking bad news is a crucial skill to practice for exams and clinical practice.
At any stage in their...
This is a UKMLA-centred article about contraceptive counselling.
Introduction
Contraception is a critical aspect of reproductive health care. With a variety of methods available,...
This is a UKMLA-centred article about difficulties in breastfeeding.
Introduction
Breastfeeding is often regarded as vital component of baby and maternal bonding, yet many new...
You’re cruising at 35,000 feet, the seatbelt sign is on, and suddenly…
“Is there a doctor on board?”
In-flight medical emergencies (IMEs) are relatively common events,...
Pre-Hospital Management of Hypothermia
Hypothermia is defined as a core body temperature below 35°C. It may sound like a condition reserved for mountaineers or explorers stranded...
This is a UKMLA-centred article about explaining endoscopy procedures.
Introduction
You may be asked to explain a procedure or investigation to a patient. These will include...
This is a UKMLA-centred article about the Fraser guidelines.
Introduction
As future healthcare providers, medical students bear a responsibility to respect and safeguard the...
This is a UKMLA-centred article about HIV counselling.
Introduction
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system which makes it more...
This is a UKMLA-centred article on consent.
Introduction
Consent is an important aspect of medical practice. It is a requirement in everyday practice as part of examining patients,...
