Neurology Study Guide: Oral Board Examination Review - Brossura

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ISBN 10: 0387955658 ISBN 13: 9780387955650

Casa editrice: Springer New York, 2010

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recommendations. Where relevant, potential pitfalls,dos and don’ts, musts and shoulds, and frequently asked questions complement the case discussion. TERESELLAGONDOLO,MD Foreword WhatmanyNeurologyresidentsdonotrealizeisthattheyarepreparingfortheoralboard examinationeveryday.Presentationsatrounds,atconferences,andeveninformaldisc- sions regarding differential diagnosis and potential treatmentplansarethe“stuff”ofthe oralboards.Anxietyabouttheboards,however,iscommontoalmostalltrainees.Andis doesn’t seem to get better even with increasing clinical experience. One reason for this anxietyisthattheBoardsareshroudedbyaveilofanecdotalexperiencesandmyth,passed down with a variable degree of embellishmentand probably alotof inaccuracy.Infact, theyareahighlystructuredandpracticalexerciseinassuringthebasiccompetencenewly mintedNeurologists.

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<p>Dizziness. Fatigue. Loss of appetite. Heightened sense of anxiety. Lack of concentration. Are these the presenting symptoms of your last patient in the neurology clinic? Or, are these your own symptoms to the prospect of sitting for the neurology board exam? Neurology Study Guide: Oral Board Examination Review will help alleviate your exam-related symptoms. </p><p></p><p>Part of the challenge of the exam is due to its breadth and depth, covering, as it does, most of clinical neurology. The author has based her review on both practical advice on both clinical content and personal demeanor and attitude during the exam. </p><p></p><p>The book is divided into two parts. Part 1 is devoted to practical tips on the exam’s structure, its etiquette and preparation. Particular emphasis is placed on reasons for failing the exam. Part 2 provides sample adult and pediatric vignettes, mirroring that part of the oral Board. Each vignette is presented in a format similar to the exam’s format. Each case provides a differential diagnosis, most likely diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Where relevant, potential pitfalls, do’s and don’ts, musts and shoulds and frequently asked questions, complement the case discussion.</p><p></p><p>Armed with a good night’s sleep, an adequate breakfast and Neurology Study Guide: Oral Board Examination Review the board examinations can be an engaging, challenging, and invigorating experience, rather than one to be dreaded. </p>

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• Editore: Springer New York
• Data di pubblicazione: 2010
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 0387955658
• ISBN 13: 9780387955650
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 256
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
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