Periodontics · 11 minutes

Management of Cellulitis in an Asthmatic Patient: ADC OSCE practice station

An ADC-style practice station on OSCE Coach. Practice, not real, past or recalled exam content.

What the candidate is told

Mr Thomas Edison 21 years old is attending your surgery today, complaining of pain and swelling associated with one of his teeth on the top left side. Upon examination, you find that he has facial swelling, swollen lymph nodes and has a fever. Xray shows deep caries related to that tooth, with complex root morphology, roots of the root look in close approximation to the maxillary sinus. Patient has an appointment with the oral surgeon after 3 days for the removal of this tooth. Medical history given, allergy to penicillin and has Asthma. Manage patients' concerns and give an appropriate treatment plan.

How to approach periodontics stations

Periodontal stations reward a clear, jargon-free explanation of what is happening in the gums, the link to risk factors such as smoking and diabetes, and an honest plan that keeps the patient involved. Practise explaining probing depths and bone loss in everyday words.

Whatever the topic, the same habits earn marks: signpost what you will cover, listen, explain in plain words, offer real options, and check understanding. Our guide to the communication criteria shows how: ADC communication marking criteria, explained.

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