Preparing to attend

Early pregnancy clinic deals with people in the first weeks of pregnancy, when there has been bleeding and we are determining whether this is an ongoing pregnancy, an ectopic or a miscarriage. So do some reading about how to determine which it is, and what the management options are for each.

When you arrive

Introduce yourself to the reception staff and the nurses. Wait for the EPC house officer to arrive.

What you might be able to do from the logbook

• Bleeding in Early Pregnancy

Other opportunities to look out for

• Observe how to consent for surgical procedures

• Observe how to give bad news