How do you manage anxiety in PLAB 2 OSCE stations?

Question

My exam is in 3 weeks and I freeze during mock stations. Any breathing techniques or mindset tricks?

Dr. Ahmed Hassan · Answer

I focused on my breathing between stations. 4 seconds in, 6 seconds out. It sounds simple but it stopped me rushing into answers.

Dr. Priya Sharma · Answer

Practice in timed conditions until it feels boring. Anxiety comes from uncertainty. The more mocks you do, the more predictable it becomes.

Dr. Omar Farooq · Answer

If you blank, ask for a moment. The examiner would rather you pause than ramble. I did this twice and still passed.

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