CPD Credits: n/a    Duration: 3 hours 20 mins    Access period: 90 days

This course was created specifically to support candidates with their preparation for their MRCP(UK) PACES exam, the Practical Assessment of Clinical Examination Skills.

This easy-to-navigate course will help with all your preparation needs, combining useful tips, practical advice and examples to support your revision. It will help you avoid common mistakes and ensure that you feel ready to tackle PACES with confidence.

Objectives

• To develop an overview of the PACES exam requirements and the nature of the physical examination stations
• To review and develop knowledge around the respiratory examination, presentation, diagnoses and related questions
• To review and develop knowledge around the abdominal examination, presentation, diagnoses and related questions
• To review and develop knowledge around the cardiovascular examination, presentation, diagnoses and related questions
• To review and develop knowledge around the neurological examination, presentation, diagnoses and related questions
• To explore the significance of history taking in the PACES exam
• To develop an understanding of professional ethics and effective communication around the PACES process
• To consider how to deal effectively with clinical consultations