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The NMC has updated the OSCE exam for candidates sitting their first attempt from 26 October 2026, adding new Professional Values scenarios for Adult Nursing and additional APIE, PV, EBP, and clinical skills scenarios for Mental Health Nursing. Candidates testing before this date should continue using existing materials.
Seeing an unfamiliar diagnosis in the NMC CBT can feel stressful. Learn how to stay calm, focus on patient safety, identify risks, and use safe clinical judgement to answer difficult questions with confidence.
Learn how to perform Pressure Area Assessment for NMC OSCE with confidence. This guide covers risk factors, skin inspection, documentation, and prevention tips for international nurses.
Learn the key SBAR handover elements for the NMC OSCE evaluation station. Understand how to structure a clear, safe, and professional handover using Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation, with practical tips to improve your OSCE performance.
Discover effective strategies to stay focused during long consultations in OET Listening Part C and improve your listening performance.
One of the biggest challenges in OET Writing is deciding which case notes the reader needs and which can be left out. You may receive extensive information about a patient, including medical history, symptoms, investigations, treatment, medication, previous consultations and follow-up plans. However, your task is not to reproduce the complete medical record. You need
Supporting documentation plays a significant role in the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). Many first-time candidates concentrate on clinical skills and communication while overlooking the importance of accurately completing or interpreting the supporting charts provided during the examination. However, incorrect documentation or misinterpretation of these charts can result in the
In OET Writing, the right tone can make your discharge and transfer letters clear, professional, and easy to follow. Learn how to communicate relevant patient information with the right balance of formality, clarity, objectivity, and conciseness.
Master the PQRST pain assessment checklist for the NMC OSCE. Learn each step, common mistakes, and practical tips to improve your OSCE performance.
Learn standard infection control precautions in NMC CBT, including hand hygiene, PPE, sharps safety and exam tips. Prepare smarter with Mentor Merlin.
