
First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS, Fifth Edition
McGraw-Hill Professional (Publisher)
5th Edition
Published on 16. August 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
592 pages
978-0-07-180426-4 (ISBN)
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Description
The best-selling USMLE Step 2 CS review book--now
completely updated to reflect the latest exam format!
44 full-length practice cases that simulate the real exam--including pediatric and telephone interviews as well as suggested closing statements for each case
A revised and expanded set of minicases representing common complaints, designed to help you rapidly develop a set of differential diagnoses
Updated content based on feedback from recent U.S. and international test takers
Step-by-step strategies for interacting with standardized patients, including "difficult patients"
Detailed descriptions of high-yield physical exam maneuvers that will win you points without costing time
Time management advice to maximize your clinical encounters
Proven study and exam strategies from students who passed the exam
completely updated to reflect the latest exam format!
44 full-length practice cases that simulate the real exam--including pediatric and telephone interviews as well as suggested closing statements for each case
A revised and expanded set of minicases representing common complaints, designed to help you rapidly develop a set of differential diagnoses
Updated content based on feedback from recent U.S. and international test takers
Step-by-step strategies for interacting with standardized patients, including "difficult patients"
Detailed descriptions of high-yield physical exam maneuvers that will win you points without costing time
Time management advice to maximize your clinical encounters
Proven study and exam strategies from students who passed the exam
More details
Edition
5th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Target group
Professional and scholarly
College/higher education
Illustrations
10 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 274 mm
Width: 213 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
1182 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-180426-4 (9780071804264)
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Persons
Tao Le, MD, MHS (Louisville, KY) 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.
Vikas Bhushan, MD (Los Angeles, CA) practices diagnostic radiology in Los Angeles, California.
Vikas Bhushan, MD (Los Angeles, CA) practices diagnostic radiology in Los Angeles, California.
Content
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
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