Mastering the OSCE & CSA Examinations

Now, medical students preparing for Step 2 of the USMLE have a unique study tool for the newly instituted OSCE and CSA simulated patient examinations. Working with actors posing as standardized patients, students must accurately examine, communicate with, and diagnosis these patients and their presenting clinical signs. Medical students must pass this component as part of the USMLE Step 2 and IMGs must pass it as part of the ECFMG requirements. This book is 50 cases which mimic the types of patients these students will see in these simulations as it reviews physical examination skills, communications skills and diagnostic skills. It describes what a simulated patient is and gives tips on passing each practice case.