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Audits & QIPs are a way to identify issues, drive changes and assess the effects they have. It is your way of making improvements in your workplace, where you can assess the impact...
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Ischaemic bowel disease can be divided into acute mesenteric ischaemia, chronic mesenteric ischaemia, and colonic ischaemia. This article will predominantly...
You may well be asked to take blood from a PICC line or be called to see a patient because their PICC line is not working. In this article we will take you through the basics of PICC...
Neonatal ventilation is a complex topic but one you may need to get your head around as an FY2 if you cover a NICU as part of your paeds rotation. You should read our article about...
Glaucoma can be divided into open-angle or closed-angle glaucoma. Closed-angle glaucoma has been described in a separate article. Open-angle glaucoma accounts for the majority (74%)...
Anaesthetics is a very hands-on specialty. Day-to-day work will have a mix of practical procedures and other clinical work such as pre-operative assessment. You will have a lot of supervision...
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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,...
