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Risk and Odds
Risk vs. odds The terms ‘risk’ and ‘odds’ are often used interchangeably but they actually have quite different implications and are calculated in different ways. Odds is a concept that is very familiar to gamblers. It is a ratio of probability that a particular event...
Test Your Anatomy Knowledge – The Thorax
Test your knowledge of thoracic anatomy with these questions. 1. The body of the sternum extends across which vertebral levels? A. T2 to T4B. T3 to T7C. T4 to T6D. T5 to T9E. T6 to T11Answer: D. T5 to T9 The sternum is the flat, elongated bone that forms the middle of...
Arterial Blood Gas Analysis Part 2 – Interpreting the Results
In Part 1 of ‘Arterial Blood Gas Analysis' we learnt about the components of the arterial blood gas, and the principles underlying compensation and respiratory failure. If you have not already read this article, it is important that you go back and do so before...
Arterial Blood Gas Analysis Part 1 – The Basics
Arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation is essential for assessing a patient’s respiratory function and acid-base balance. It plays a vital role in managing unwell patients and offers valuable insights, especially when interpreted alongside a detailed clinical...
Test Your Anatomy Knowledge – The Upper Limb
Test your knowledge of upper limb anatomy with these questions. 1. Which of the following muscles is LEAST likely to be affected in the presence of an ulnar nerve lesion? A. Palmar interossei B. Lateral two lumbricals C. Dorsal interossei D. Medial two lumbricals E....
Dealing With Stress and Anxiety
“Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one.” Hans Selye Mental battles Famed Endocrinologist Hans Selye, who conducted much work on stress and the human response to it, defined stress as “any event which may make demands upon...
Test Your Anatomy Knowledge – Head & Neck
Test your knowledge of head and neck anatomy with these questions. 1. The sternocleidomastoid muscle inserts into which of the following anatomical points? A. Medial third of the clavicle B. Lateral third of the clavicle C. Body of the sternum D. Xiphoid process E....
Test Your Anatomy Knowledge – The CNS
Test your knowledge of central nervous system anatomy with these questions. 1. Which of the following cranial nerves originates in the midbrain? A. Trochlear nerve B. Trigeminal nerve C. Vestibulocochlear nerve D. Abducens nerve E. Accessory nerve Answer: A....
Practice Questions for the MRCGP AKT
Practice Questions for the MRCGP AKT. Sitting practice questions is a great way to prepare for the MRCGP AKT. Here are a few to get you started.
The PLAB Test – What to Expect?
The PLAB Test will form an integral part of the GMC registration process for most doctors who qualified and reside outside of the EU and don't already hold a recognised postgraduate qualification (MRCP, MRCPCH, MRCEM etc). There are a whole host of revision materials...
