Blueprints USMLE Step 2 CS (Paperback)

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Product Description
Will you pass this new exam on your first attempt? Most students know how to do a patient exam, but they do not know what to expect during this new USMLE.

Blueprints USMLE Step 2 CS will provide the information need to pass the test the first time. It contains practical information and sample patient cases in which you can practice writing a patient note in the format required for the exam. Know what to expect before you take this important exam.

Blueprints USMLE Step 2 CS will feature:

Tips on preparing for the exam Step-by-step guidelines on what to expect the day of the exam Details on how these physical exams may be different than ones students have performed previously Techniques for completing the 15 minute physical exam and 10 minute patient note for each station Guidelines on what students are graded on and how to pass Sample cases with checklists Sample patient notes and what you must include How to be prepared to pass Don’t underestimate the cost of failure – pass it the first time with Blueprints USMLE Step 2 CS.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 1 edition (November 16, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1405104384
• ISBN-13: 978-1405104388
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #108,278 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I PASSED WITH THIS BOOK, July 25, 2005

By	S. Carbognin - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It wasn't the only book that I purchased, but it was the only one that I needed!

This book was an easy, organized read that helped me to understand the format of the exam and what the examiners were looking for. Most importantly, I learned who was scoring me and how. This knowledge REALLY helped me to focus HOW I took the exam. Also vital were the practice cases. While I used separate notecards to test myself, the author provides plenty of space to jot down thoughts and answers. Scoring myself helped me to identify my weak areas so I could focus my study. The only down side is the inability to time yourself as you would in a real testing scenario - THIS IS AS CLOSE AS IT GETS!

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Pass this up, March 1, 2006

By	Bella (Denver, CO) - See all my reviews

I bought this book in an attempt to save some money -- I was also considering First Aid, but didn't want to spend more than 20 bucks given how much money has already gone into this silly test. Unfortunately, my gamble didn't pay off. This book is alright - has a basic overview of the test format and what to expect as well as 20 sample cases. However, I recently took a peek at a copy of First Aid for CS, and found it to be much more complete. It has several very simple and high-yield test taking tips that Blueprints lacks, and has much more thorough explanations of the sample cases. So I sucked it up and forked over some money for a used copy of First Aid, and feel like I will be better prepared. I also realized that, given the expenditure on this test, I'd rather invest a few extra bucks in my study materials to ensure I don't have to retake this sucker.

5.0 out of 5 stars very good transaction!!, May 14, 2008

By	E. Grammatikopoulou - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The product was definitely to my liking, great price and quick and easy transaction. I am very satisfied and will do bussiness again!