The USMLE Step 2: Clinical Skills exam is based on simulated patient encounters. This is the only review book for the exam that emphasizes the exam process rather than specific facts. It includes a DVD showing clinical scenarios and examples of correct and incorrect behaviors to help you hone your clinical skills. In addition to this more realistic and appropriate approach to the exam, the book covers the history of the clinical skills exam and the use of standardized patients. It provides guidance on the essential elements of the exam - history taking; physical examination; and communication skills - and outlines how to prepare for the exam and how to conduct yourself during the actual examination.
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Forward Introduction: How to Use this Book and DVD Definitions Chapter 1 Behind the Scenes Chapter 2 General Preparation for the CSE Chapter 3 Successfully Communicating with Patients Chapter 4 After the Encounter Chapter 5 The Beginning of the Examination Chapter 6 Standardized Patient Scenarios Chapter 7 Common Cases: Pearls and Pitfalls Chapter 8 Preparing for Examination Day Chapter 9 Recovery Appendix: Additional Resources
