| Edition |
5th ed |
| Description |
xvii, 573 p; 28 cm. |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
Part one : 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 -- Supplement : The USMLE Step 2 CS travel guide -- Part two : The patient encounter. Introduction -- Doorway information --Taking the history -- The physical exam -- Closure -- How to interact with special patients -- Challenging questions and situations -- Counseling -- The patient note -- Part three : Minicases -- Part four : Practice cases -- Part five : Top-rated review resources -- Appendix -- About the authors. |
| Summary |
The best-selling USMLE Step 2 CS review book is 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. - Publisher |
| Subject |
Medicine -- United States -- Examinations -- Study guides
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Physicians -- Licenses -- United States -- Examinations -- Study guides
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| Added Author |
Le, Tao
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| ISBN |
9780071804264 |
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