Respiratory for the MSRA

High-Yield Respiratory Revision Notes, Question Bank, Flashcards & Rapid Reviews

Respiratory medicine is one of the most heavily tested specialties in the MSRA Clinical Problem Solving (CPS) paper. Questions often require rapid identification of red flags, correct interpretation of investigations, and accurate application of NICE guidelines in acute and chronic respiratory presentations.

Respiratory for the MSRA is a complete revision hub designed to help you master the highest-yield topics with clarity, confidence, and exam-level precision. This course integrates concise textbook notes, MSRA-style SBA questions, flashcards, and rapid quizzes to develop both knowledge and speed.

Whether you’re beginning your revision or refining your respiratory knowledge before the exam, this course provides everything you need to score highly in this high-yield specialty.

⭐ What This Course Includes

🔹 1. Comprehensive Respiratory Revision Notes

Clear, structured, MSRA-aligned notes covering all essential topics, including:

• Asthma (acute & chronic management)

• COPD

• Pneumonia & CURB-65 scoring

• Tuberculosis

• Pulmonary embolism (Wells score, PERC rules, anticoagulation pathways)

• Interstitial lung disease

• Lung cancer

• Sarcoidosis

• Pleural effusion

• Pneumothorax

• Obstructive sleep apnoea

• Inhaler devices & medication classes

• Respiratory failure (type 1 & type 2)

Notes include red flags, investigation algorithms, NICE guideline summaries, and exam-style differentials.

🔹 2. Respiratory Question Bank (MSRA-Style)

A large collection of SBAs reflecting the true format, style, and complexity of the MSRA.

Covers:

• Acute presentations in the GP setting

• Emergency red flags (e.g., severe asthma, sepsis, PE)

• Choosing the correct investigations (CXR vs CT vs ABG)

• Evidence-based management pathways (NICE NG115, NG117, asthma & COPD guidelines)

• Antimicrobial guidance

• Oxygen therapy and escalation decisions

Each question includes a clear explanation, key learning points, and reasoning for why the other options are incorrect.

🔹 3. High-Yield Flashcards

Fast, active-recall flashcards covering:

• Management ladders (asthma, COPD)

• Antibiotic choices

• CXR interpretation basics

• PE scoring systems

• Pneumonia severity scores

• Lung cancer referral criteria

• Causes of respiratory failure

Perfect for revision on the go.

🔹 4. Rapid Quizzes & Mixed Respiratory Tests

Short quizzes designed to boost speed, identify weak areas, and reinforce guideline-based decision making.

🔹 5. Integrated Learning Structure

The course takes you from core knowledge → applied understanding → exam-level performance, making it easy to revise efficiently and retain long-term. Everything is structured for high performance in the MSRA.

🎯 Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for:

• MSRA candidates applying for GP, Radiology, EM, Psychiatry, Anaesthetics, Obs & Gynae

• Foundation doctors revising core acute medicine topics

• IMGs needing a clear, structured UK Respiratory refresher

• Anyone wanting high-yield respiratory notes tailored to the MSRA blueprint

📈 Why Respiratory Matters in the MSRA

Respiratory topics typically form 15–20% of the CPS paper and frequently overlap with:

• Antimicrobial stewardship

• Risk scoring

• Referral criteria

• Acute emergency presentations

• Cancer recognition pathways

Scoring well in this section significantly boosts your overall CPS score.

🔗 Useful Links for Your MSRA Preparation

📘 Free MSRA SJT Textbook (100-page structured SJT guide)

👉 https://www.passthemsra.com/courses/msra-sjt-textbook/

📝 MSRA SJT Mock Papers (x10)

👉 https://www.passthemsra.com/courses/sjt-msra-mock-papers-x-10/

▶️ MSRA YouTube Channel

Free video explanations, exam walkthroughs, and SJT strategy content.
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@PasstheMSRA

🟦 MSRA Reddit Communities

PassTheMSRA:
👉 https://www.reddit.com/r/passtheMSRA/

FreeMSRA:
👉 https://www.reddit.com/r/freeMSRA/

These are active communities for sharing tips, strategies, and updates.

🎧 MSRA Spotify Podcasts

Hundreds of free episodes covering SJT reasoning, GMC principles, and exam mindset.
👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/0dlSxYEBKhpTvCy2B4fAeT?si=f2f87048982c4543