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First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS, Sixth Edition 6th edition [Pehme köide]

  • Formaat: Paperback / softback, 640 pages, kõrgus x laius x paksus: 272x216x25 mm, kaal: 1257 g, 10 Illustrations
  • Ilmumisaeg: 02-Dec-2017
  • Kirjastus: McGraw-Hill Education
  • ISBN-10: 1259862445
  • ISBN-13: 9781259862441
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  • Formaat: Paperback / softback, 640 pages, kõrgus x laius x paksus: 272x216x25 mm, kaal: 1257 g, 10 Illustrations
  • Ilmumisaeg: 02-Dec-2017
  • Kirjastus: McGraw-Hill Education
  • ISBN-10: 1259862445
  • ISBN-13: 9781259862441
Teised raamatud teemal:

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


Contributors ix
Faculty Reviewers xi
Preface xiii
Acknowledgments xv
How to Contribute xvii
SECTION 1 GUIDE TO THE USMLE STEP 2 CS
1(20)
Introduction
2(1)
USMLE Step 2 CS---The Basics
2(7)
Preparing for the Step 2 CS
9(3)
Test-Day Tips
12(2)
First Aid for the IMG
14(4)
USMLE Step 2 CS Test Center Information
18(3)
SECTION 2 THE PATIENT ENCOUNTER
21(58)
Introduction
22(2)
Doorway Information
24(2)
Taking the History
26(10)
The Physical Exam
36(12)
Closure
48(9)
How to Interact With Special Patients
57(2)
Challenging Questions and Situations
59(10)
Counseling
69(3)
The Patient Note
72(7)
SECTION 3 MINICASES
79(54)
Headache
81(2)
Confusion/Memory Loss
83(2)
Loss of Vision
85(1)
Depressed Mood
86(1)
Psychosis
87(1)
Dizziness
88(2)
Loss of Consciousness
90(1)
Numbness/Weakness
91(2)
Fatigue and Sleepiness
93(2)
Night Sweats
95(1)
Insomnia
95(1)
Sore Throat
96(1)
Cough/Shortness of Breath
97(3)
Chest Pain
100(2)
Palpitations
102(1)
Weight Loss
103(1)
Weight Gain
104(1)
Dysphagia
105(1)
Neck Mass
106(1)
Nausea/Vomiting
106(1)
Abdominal Pain
107(4)
Constipation/Diarrhea
111(3)
Upper Gl Bleeding
114(1)
Blood in Stool
114(1)
Hematuria
115(1)
Other Urinary Symptoms
116(2)
Erectile Dysfunction
118(1)
Amenorrhea
118(2)
Vaginal Bleeding
120(1)
Vaginal Discharge
121(1)
Dyspareunia
122(1)
Abuse
122(1)
Joint/Limb Pain
123(4)
Low Back Pain
127(1)
Child With Fever
128(1)
Child With Gl Symptoms
129(2)
Child With Red Eye
131(1)
Child With Short Stature
131(1)
Behavioral Problems in Childhood
132(1)
SECTION 4 PRACTICE CASES
133(458)
Case 1 46-Year-Old Man With Chest Pain
136(11)
Case 2 57-Year-Old Man With Bloody Urine
147(11)
Case 3 51-Year-Old Man With Back Pain
158(10)
Case 4 25-Year-Old Man Presents Following Motor Vehicle Accident
168(11)
Case 5 28-Year-Old Woman Presents With Positive Pregnancy Test
179(10)
Case 6 10-Year-Old Girl With New-Onset Diabetes
189(10)
Case 7 74-Year-Old Man With Right Arm Pain
199(10)
Case 8 56-Year-Old Man Presents for Diabetes Follow-Up
209(12)
Case 9 25-Year-Old Woman Presents Following Sexual Assault
221(10)
Case 10 35-Year-Old Woman With Calf Pain
231(11)
Case 11 62-Year-Old Man With Hoarseness
242(10)
Case 12 67-Year-Old Woman With Neck Pain
252(9)
Case 13 48-Year-Old Woman With Abdominal Pain
261(11)
Case 14 35-Year-Old Woman With Headaches
272(10)
Case 15 36-Year-Old Woman With Menstrual Problems
282(10)
Case 16 28-Year-Old Woman With Pain During Sex
292(10)
Case 17 75-Year-Old Man With Hearing Loss
302(10)
Case 18 5-Day-Old Boy With Jaundice
312(11)
Case 19 7-Month-Old Boy With Fever
323(10)
Case 20 26-Year-Old Man With Cough
333(10)
Case 21 52-Year-Old Woman With Jaundice
343(11)
Case 22 53-Year-Old Man With Dizziness
354(10)
Case 23 33-Year-Old Woman With Knee Pain
364(12)
Case 24 31-Year-Old Man With Heel Pain
376(11)
Case 25 18-Month-Old Girl With Fever
387(10)
Case 26 54-Year-Old Woman With Cough
397(11)
Case 27 61-Year-Old Man With Fatigue
408(11)
Case 28 54-Year-Old Man Presents for Hypertension Follow-Up
419(10)
Case 29 20-Year-Old Woman With Sleeping Problems
429(12)
Case 30 2-Year-Old Girl With Noisy Breathing
441(10)
Case 31 21-Year-Old Woman With Abdominal Pain
451(11)
Case 32 65-Year-Old Woman With Forgetfulness and Confusion
462(11)
Case 33 46-Year-Old Man With Fatigue
473(11)
Case 34 32-Year-Old Woman With Fatigue
484(11)
Case 35 27-Year-Old Man With Visual Hallucinations
495(10)
Case 36 32-Year-Old Man Presents for Pre-employment Physical
505(10)
Case 37 55-Year-Old Man With Bloody Stool
515(10)
Case 38 66-Year-Old Man With Tremor
525(9)
Case 39 30-Year-Old Woman With Weight Gain
534(10)
Case 40 6-Month-Old Girl With Diarrhea
544(9)
Case 41 8-Year-Old Boy With Bed-Wetting
553(9)
Case 42 11-Month-Old Girl With Seizures
562(9)
Case 43 21-Year-Old Man With Sore Throat
571(10)
Case 44 49-Year-Old Man With Loss of Consciousness
581(10)
Appendix 591(4)
Index 595(26)
About the Authors 621
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.





Vikas Bhushan, MD practices diagnostic radiology from his home-base in Los Angeles, California.