| OSCE 11 | Other X-rays. Examples included CTs and X-rays demonstrating liver and spleen lacerations, fractures of hyoid and mandible, and cirrhosis with enlarged gall bladder showing gas in the gall bladder wall. A list of abnormal findings was requested, as were potential aetiology and complications. Four out of twelve candidates passed this section. (Radiology) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| OSCE 12 | Chest X-rays. Examples included tension pneumothorax and extra-alveolar air, chest trauma and multiple medical devices. A list of findings was requested, including the type and placement of the multiple devices and tubes. For full marks, candidates were expected to comment on the anatomical position and acceptability of the position of the invasive devices. Seven out of twelve candidates passed this section (Radiology) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| OSCE 13 | Miscellaneous Equipment. Examples included a self-inflating paediatric resuscitation device, a calibrated drainage system with an underwater seal, a vacuum drain bottle, a fenestrated tracheostomy tube and a Passey-Muir valve. Identification of the device was requested, with additional questions related to use and/or complications of the equipment. Five out of twelve candidates passed this section (Equipment and Procedures) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| OSCE 14 | Arterial Blood Gases. Examples included metabolic acidosis with respiratory alkalosis, mixed respiratory and metabolic acidoses, mixed respiratory and metabolic alkaloses, and respiratory acidosis with metabolic alkalosis. A list of abnormal findings was requested (including abnormalities in pH, ie. acidaemia or alkalaemia), as was a possible aetiology. Nine out of twelve candidates passed this section (Acid-Base Disorders) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| OSCE 2 | Chest X-rays. Examples included pneumothoraces, abnormalities after pneumonectomy, and abnormalities after chest trauma (including collapse and consolidation). Lists of abnormal findings and medical equipment were requested, as was associated management. Seven out of twelve candidates passed this section (Radiology) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| OSCE 3 | ECGs. Examples included Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, supra-ventricular tachycardia, paced rhythm, hyperkalaemia and posterior infarction. The rhythm or a list of abnormal findings was requested, as were relevant causes and associated management. Seven out of twelve candidates passed this section (Cardiology) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| OSCE 4 | Biochemistry. Examples included a hyperosmolar state due to methanol poisoning, thrombotic thrombocytopaenic purpura. The likely diagnoses and/or possible causes were requested, as were rationale or further tests. Ten out of twelve candidates passed this section (Electrolytes and Fluids) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| OSCE 5 | Paediatrics. Material presented included an intra-osseous needle, and an ECG demonstrating supra-ventricular tachycardia. X-rays demonstrated cardiomegaly and pulmonary oedema, and cystic changes in lung. Additional requested information included abnormalities, management, and potential complications. Three out of twelve candidates passed this section. (Neonatal and Paediatric Problems) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| OSCE 7 | Procedure station. Candidates were expected to demonstrate a safe technique for radial artery cannulation. Additional requested information included local anatomy and performance characteristics of the monitoring system. Eleven out of twelve candidates passed this section (Equipment and Procedures) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| OSCE 9 | Communication station. Candidates were expected to discuss the issues surrounding brain death and organ donation with a patient’s next of kin. Seven out of twelve candidates passed this section (Communication and Ethics) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| Viva 1 | The management of an infant with failed extubations, including management of stridor post-extubation. Nine out of twelve candidates passed this section. (Neonatal and Paediatric Problems) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| Viva 2 | Management of sepsis due to a fungal infection. Ten out of twelve candidates passed this section. (Infectious Disease Antibiotics and Sepsis) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| Viva 3 | Management of mixed overdose, with discussion of techniques for reducing absorption and enhancing elimination. Ten out of twelve candidates passed this section. (Pharmacology and Toxicology) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| Viva 4 | Management of severe respiratory failure due to ARDS following abdominal sepsis. (Respiratory Medicine and Mechanical Ventilation) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| Viva 5 | Diagnosis and management of hypernatraemia (including urinary electrolytes) in a patient with diabetic ketoacidosis. Eight out of twelve candidates passed this section. (Endocrinology Metabolism and Nutrition) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |
| Viva 6 | Diagnosis and management of diarrhoea and intestinal pseudo-obstruction in a patient with pancreatitis. Seven out of twelve candidates passed this section. (Gastroenterology and Hepatology) - Pass rate ; highest mark . |