Chest Pain History Taking Explained (OSCE | UKMLA | PLAB 2)

Chest pain is a common, high-yield OSCE presenting complaint in UKMLA and PLAB 2. This video teaches a clear, structured approach to chest pain history taking, helping you identify life-threatening differentials and score full marks in OSCEs. In this step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn how to take a focused and effective chest pain history using an examiner-friendly structure that prioritises patient safety and clinical reasoning. In this video, you will learn: • A systematic OSCE approach to chest pain history taking • How to recognise red flags and life-threatening causes of chest pain • How to explore differentials logically and safely • How to present a clear, confident history in OSCE stations • Common mistakes that cost marks in exams This video is ideal for: • UKMLA candidates • PLAB 2 candidates • Medical students preparing for OSCEs • International Medical Graduates (IMGs) 📌 Watch until the end for practical exam tips to help you stand out in chest pain OSCE stations. This is a descent stethoscope which does the job…. 3M Littmann Classic III Monitoring Stethoscope My favourite stethoscope which I use everyday a bit pricier…. 3M Littmann CORE Digital Stethoscope, 8572, High Polish Rainbow Chestpiece, Black Tube, Stem and Headset, 69 cm • References: Ralf E Harskamp et al BMJ 2022; 377