Last edition ElsevierThe 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.
Last Edition
ISBN 13:h9781259862441
Imprint:hMcGraw-Hill
Language:hEnglish
Authors:hTao Le
Pub Date:h11/2017
Pages:h640
Illus:hIllustrated
Weight:h1,270.00 grams
Size:h216 x 276 mm
Product Type:hSoftcover
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- • 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.
- Tao Le, MD, MHS(Louisville, KY) isAssistant Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Immunology atthe University of Louisville.
- Vikas Bhushan, MD (LosAngeles, CA) is a practicingdiagnostic radiologist.
- KachiuC. Lee, MD, MPH (Providence, RI) earned hermedical degree and master’s degree in public health from NorthwesternUniversity and served as chief resident in her dermatology residency at BrownUniversity. After residency, she completed fellowship training at MassachusettsGeneral Hospital. She is currently academic faculty at Brown University,
- ManiverDeol, MD (New York, NY) earned her medical degree from Government MedicalCollege in Patiala, India. Her passion is medical education, and she iscurrently a Senior Editor on multiple First Aid and USMLE-Rx projects, primarilyat the Step 2 CS/CK level.
- 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
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