General Guide to NAC OSCE Physical Examination After taking a patient's history, a physical examination is usually the first diagnostic measure performed. This allows for an initial assessment of symptoms and helps determine potential diagnoses and next steps. Ideally, a complete physical examination should be conducted for every

Inform the patient * The medical condition is called “...” * Explain the pathophysiology * Consequences / complications of the condition! May happen again, may affect ability to do certain things, ... * Investigations that might be needed to conclude the condition OR to look for complications Preventive measures: e.g. modify the poly-pharmacy ... Treatment: life style

The following points are listed to enable you to take an organized history of the patient. * Start with open questions and progress to closed questions throughout the history taking eg. What brought you in here today? * Build a rapport with the patient. * Use signposting: mention what you just covered and

General Guide to NAC OSCE History Taking A candidate gets 2 minutes outside the station to read the clinical case scenario on the door before entering. It is essential to get yourself organized in these 2 minutes. To make the most of your time during the clinical exam, it'