Tao Le, Vikas Bhushan

First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS, Sixth Edition

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

The #1 review for the USMLE Step 2 CS is now even better! The Sixth Edition of First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS has been updated to reflect the latest NBME exam format and worksheet items, and incorporates feedback from recent US and international test-takers. This high-yield review delivers a thorough exam preparation guide for the USMLE Step 2 CS, offering a solid review of frequently test CS cases, along with proven study and exam strategies for clinical encounters. ¿44 full-length practice cases that simulate the real exam, updated to reflect recent exam changes, and test your ability to document the patient's most likely diagnosis and how it is supported by the history and physical findings ¿A revised and expanded set of 39 minicases representing common complaints designed to help you rapidly develop a working set of differential diagnoses ¿Detailed descriptions and illustrations of high-yield physical exam maneuvers that will win you points without costing time ¿Updated maxicases with examples of how to ask patients insightful questions ¿Expanded guidelines on how to deal with challenging situations, including those that pose ethical and confidentiality issues ¿An updated exam preparation guide for the new USMLE® Step 2 CS, including proven study and exam strategies for clinical encounters based on the patient-centered interview ¿Updated content based on feedback from recent U.S. and international test takers

Produktdetails

• Verlag: McGraw-Hill Education
• 6 ed
• Seitenzahl: 640
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Dezember 2017
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 277mm x 217mm x 25mm
• Gewicht: 1292g
• ISBN-13: 9781259862441
• ISBN-10: 1259862445
• Artikelnr.: 48062824

Autorenporträt

Tao Le, MD, MHS, is Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Immunology at the University of Louisville. He is also affiliated with the Division of Allergy and Immunology at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Inhaltsangabe

I. Guide to the USMLE Step 2 CS
Introduction
USMLE Step 2 CS-The Basics
Preparing for the Step 2 CS
Test-Day Tips
First Aid for the IMG
Suppleent-The USMLE Step 2 CS Travel Guide
II. The Patient Encounter
Introduction
Doorway Information
Taking the History
The Physical Exam
Closure
How to Interact with Special Patients
Challenging Questins and Situations
Counseling
The Patient Note
III. Minicases
IV. Practice Cases
V. Top-Rated Review Resources
Appendix
Index
About the Authors