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Mastering the USMLE Step 2 CS, Third Edition

ISBN10: 0071811958 | ISBN13: 9780071811958

Mastering the USMLE Step 2 CS, Third Edition
ISBN10: 0071811958
ISBN13: 9780071811958
By Jo-Ann Reteguiz

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This one-of-a-kind interactive workbook prepares medical students for the Clinical Skills exam (CS) by simulating patient cases likely to be tested. Includes over 60 simulated practice cases in internal medicine, ob/gyn, pediatrics, psychiatry and surgery. Each case includes a brief patient background and clinical pearls while the workbook format gives students an opportunity to develop checklists for each case. Students will also find this useful for end-of-clerkship OSCE.

SECTION A: THE EXAMINATION

Introduction: What is the “CSE”?

Who is the Standardized (Simulated) Patient?

The Day of the Test

Beginning the Standardized Patient Encounter

Developing the Checklist

The History

The Physical Examination

Physical Examination Findings That May Be Seen in a

Standardized Patient

Five Simple Steps to Effective Communication

Improving Interpersonal Skills Quickly

Common Communication Challenges

Using a Translator for Patient Interviews

The Inter-station or Patient Note: How to Pass the Written Part

SECTION B: PRACTICE CASES

SECTION C: THE FINAL WORK-OUT

Index

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