Generic skills case studies for CPD

The following case study discusses symptom control, palliative and end-of-life care of a 35-year-old woman with a cervical mass.

The following case study asks you to reflect on controversial departmental changes and your response to the issues and challenges this proposal raises.

The following case study discusses responding to concerns about a colleague. The case study discusses four doctors, each of whom cause concern in their ability to practice competently.

This case study discusses advanced communication skills and breaking bad news to a woman who speaks no English with an unexpected cancer diagnosis.

The following case study focusses on a reflective discussion between two senior clinicians.

The following case study discusses a full-time Trainee who has just returned to work following 1 year of maternity leave.

The following case study discusses a woman who presents with a history of recurrent miscarriage.

The following case study discusses a woman who presents with urogynaecology symptoms, and who has previously done some research about her symptoms and diagnosis on a patient support website.

The following case study discusses a woman who presents in primary care and is written from a GP perspective.

The following case study discusses a multiparous woman who insists on a home delivery for twins.

The following case study discusses a 45-year-old patient presenting with a two year history of painful penetrative sexual intercourse.

The following case study discusses risk management of rotational forceps delivery.

The following case study discusses a woman who presents with a retained swab, triggering a Serious Incident Requiring Investigation (SIRI).