Brachial Plexus – At a Glance
A classic high-yield topic. Looks complicated. It isn’t, if you break it down correctly. Mnemonic First Rugby Teams Drink Cold Beers → Roots → Trunks → Divisions → Cords → Branches Anatomical Breakdown ROOTS (C5–T1): 5 anterior rami: C5, C6, C7, C8, T1...
Arterial Blood Gas Analysis – At a Glance
Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs) give rapid information about: Respiratory status (oxygenation and ventilation) Acid-base balance (metabolic or respiratory causes) They are critical for managing sick patients, especially in the ED, ICU, and respiratory wards. Normal...
Kawasaki Disease – At a Glance
Kawasaki disease is an idiopathic systemic vasculitis that mainly affects young children. Prompt recognition is essential to prevent coronary artery complications. Epidemiology Most common in children aged 6 months to 5 years (peak 18–24 months)....
Consultation Models for the MRCGP – At a Glance
The consultation is the foundation of general practice and the MRCGP expects you to know the major consultation models. Balint (1957) – The Doctor, His Patient, and the Illness Introduced the bio-psychosocial model of patient care....
