OSCE – RTS Flashcards
1
Q
What aspects must be covered in the introduction of an RTS consultation?
A
(1) Introduce + role
(2) Establish agenda, ‘how can I help today’? Obtain consent to discuss
2
Q
What aspects must be covered in the technical checklist of an RTS consultation?
A
- Who is it for?
- What symptoms?
ø how severe?
ø relieving/ aggravating factors?
ø red flag/ key symptoms? - How long?
- Can I see it?
ø is a chaperone/ consultation room required - Patient concerns/ questions
- Action taken already?
- Other medical conditions
- Medications
- Allergies - type/ severity
- OTC/ herbal/ vitamins?
- Creams/ patches/ ointments/ gels/ inhalers/ eye drops/ ear drops
- Check relevant lifestyle behaviours
- Clearly explain suspected diagnosis
- Offer treatment suggestions
ø ask if patient has preferred formulation, e.g. tabs/ solution
3
Q
What aspects should be covered when providing information in an RTS consultation?
A
(1) Has this medication been taken before?
(2) Dosing + what to do if missed dose
(3) Common side effects
(4) Non-pharmacological + lifestyle advice
4
Q
What aspects should be covered when closing an RTS consultation?
A
- Summarise key points
ø does what has been said make sense? - Ask if any questions/ concerns
- Refer to PIL
- Safety net + refer
- Offers opportunity to come back