PLAB 2 — cardiology examination station tips

Question

Examiners want a slick, systematic exam. Practice on family until you can do it in 4 minutes flat. Don't forget to mention you'd do an ECG.

Dr. Imran Qureshi · Answer

Remember the sequence: inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation. Say what you're looking for at each step so the examiner knows you understand.

Dr. Khadija Ndiaye · Answer

Practice explaining findings to the patient in plain English. PLAB 2 tests communication as much as examination technique.

Dr. Yesh Jitesh · Answer

Don't forget to check for ankle oedema and JVP. They're easy to miss under pressure but examiners watch for them.

PLAB 2 — cardiology examination station tips

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