TOP TEN TIPS TO HELP YOU PASS YOUR CSA EXAM.

Hellooo Friend!
Hema Here!


CSA Exam is a Very Challenging Exam. 

Right?


I am sharing some of my thoughts on how to pass it easily.

1. Decide when you are going to take it very early on. It may sound silly but it is vital. Ideally you must have atleast 3-6 months to actively work and practise various consultations styles and to get the one which suits naturally to you.

2. Make sure you have got specific days for videoing your consultations. So you will get used to it and use them to get the vital feedback from your trainer. I learnt so much just by watching myself (boring many times...).


3. Request your colleagues to give a structured constructive criticism so that you can identify and improve over the coming weeks.

4. Do not be pressurised to go for 10 minutes consultation earlier on. Start at 20 minutes and gradually work down to 10 minutes about 1-2 months before your BIG day. Still have catch up slots in between. Take it easy on you!


5. Use all opportunities as your exam practice. Take your time to identify patients' ICE, PSO, expectations and also to explain your thoughts in simple non jargon language and GIVE management Options!


6. Make a note of anything you are struggling with and ask your Trainer or fellow GPs/ colleagues.


7. Use www.patient.co.uk leaflets in your consultations. It is the best buddy in my csa preparation!


8. Have more joint surgeries with your Trainer! 
It would be extremely useful particularly if you are an IMG like me. You won't believe! I learnt a lot just in one day by requesting my trainer to role play difficult cases like explaining genetical conditions, ethical dilemmas, breaking bad news, etc. 


Please promise me that you will do it.


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To Your Success,
Hema xoxo.