First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS

A student to student guide, this is the top-selling CS review book written by students and IMGs who recently passed 100+ high-yield minicases by chief complaint. 30 complete cases simulate the exam experience. Containing new Patient Encounters, including telephone interviews, this book is perfect for group or solo study. It is your complete CS survival guide from the authors of "First Aid for the USMLE step 1". It also offers insider advice for step 2 CS success. New miniguide shows US students and IMGs how best to use this book. It is revised by test veterans to reflect the 2005-2006 exam experience. Each complete case features standardized patient checklists and a recommended clinical approach. Minicases represent the major chief complaints and diagnoses seen on the Step 2 CS Proven strategies for the patient encounter and patient note High-yield, must-know facts on patient diagnosis and workup.