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cosmetic breast surgery
2018.2 OSCE Example 4: Referral Request for Cosmetic Breast Surgery in a Young Woman Clinical Case Description:A young woman requested a referral for cosmetic breast surgery, having researched the costs and options. Examination and history indicated an underlying eating disorder and body image misperception. Competency Criteria:Candidates were expected to: Candidate…
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eating disorder
2021.1 Case 7A and 7B Cases 7A and 7B involved clinical scenarios where patients presented with an eating disorder characterized by significant weight loss and disturbance of vital signs, meeting the criteria for hospital admission even though their BMI was within or close to the normal range. These cases required…
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Insomnia in a Nurse
2021.1 RCE Case 4: Insomnia in a Nurse
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Moodiness in a 52-Year-Old Woman
2020.2 RCE Case 11A: Moodiness in a 52-Year-Old Woman Preventive Health: Address lifestyle modifications and offer advice on menopause management options, including HRT. Psychiatry/Endocrinology: Consider perimenopausal mood changes, thyroid dysfunction, and other hormonal influences.
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Panic Attack in a 56-Year-Old Man
2019.1 OSCE Example 7: Panic Attack in a 56-Year-Old Man Clinical Case Description:A 56-year-old man presented with trouble breathing, which was identified as a panic attack. Competency Criteria: Candidate Performance Evaluation: Management Competency: Candidates often underperformed in comprehensively managing the panic attack, addressing alcohol use, and structuring a holistic follow-up…
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Postpartum Psychosis in an Aboriginal Woman
2024.1 – case 1B Concerns Differential Diagnosis Management Supporting the Patient in Returning to Her Remote Community Demonstrating Competency Common Pitfalls Resources Examiners’ Comments on Competency Examiners’ Comments on Common Pitfalls
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Stress-Related Symptoms
2019.1 OSCE Example 1: Stress-Related Symptoms in a 42-Year-Old Aboriginal Woman Clinical Case Description:A 42-year-old Aboriginal woman presented with symptoms for which organic causes had been excluded. The focus was on exploring social, work, family, and financial stressors and coping mechanisms. Competency Criteria:Candidates were expected to: Candidate Performance Evaluation: Management…
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Tiredness in a Young Adult Aboriginal Woman with Depression
2019.2 OSCE Management of Worsening Tiredness in a Young Adult Aboriginal Woman with Depression Clinical Case Description:A young adult Aboriginal woman presented with worsening tiredness after starting pharmacological treatment for depression. Competency Criteria:Candidates were evaluated on their ability to: Candidate Performance Evaluation: