This latest edition has been comprehensively updated to include new information on the latest clinical evidence, national guidelines, and from the recent medical literature: all existing cases have been revised new cases have been added to cover pre-diabetes and premature ejaculation psoriasis, sore throat, thyroid disease and the PSA test are covered in even more detail The first three editions have helped thousands of candidates through the CSA exam. The original approach has therefore been retained so the book continues to offer readers a concise ‘need-to-know’ guide to passing the CSA, with the emphasis on successfully completing a case in the allotted ten minutes using a structured consultation framework that works. The aim of the book is to leave exam candidates with more time to concentrate on passing the CSA exam itself.

This latest edition has been comprehensively updated to include new information on the latest clinical evidence, national guidelines, and from the recent medical literature: all existing cases have been revised new cases have been added to cover pre-diabetes and premature ejaculation psoriasis, sore throat, thyroid disease and the PSA test are covered in even more detail The first three editions have helped thousands of candidates through the CSA exam. The original approach has therefore been retained so the book continues to offer readers a concise 'need-to-know' guide to passing the CSA, with the emphasis on successfully completing a case in the allotted ten minutes using a structured consultation framework that works.The aim of the book is to leave exam candidates with more time to concentrate on passing the CSA exam itself.

This new edition of the best-selling book in the CSA market continues the successful format of the first edition, but adds several new topics.

"CSA Revision Notes for the MRCGP" provides the reader with an effective framework for preparing for the Clinical Skills Assessment exam. Written by a recently-qualified doctor with fresh memories of the CSA exam, the book is an essential aid for anyone getting ready to sit the exam. The book is divided into medical subject areas and each section works through the personal, data gathering, diagnostic and clinical management skills required to pass the CSA exam. Each section finishes with role play scenarios so you can test your abilities with a colleague. The book is an essential revision source for anyone preparing for the CSA exam.

CSA Revision Notes for the MRCGP is the ideal book to help you to revise and prepare for the CSA part of the MRCGP exam. The latest edition features new material on: Constipation in adults Cough Dupuytren’s contracture Eating disorders Frailty assessment Gender dysphoria Gout Inguinal hernia Prediabetes Starting HRT Varicose veins Visual loss A standardised format is used throughout to help you to improve your: data gathering – a broad range of appropriate questions to ask the patient are provided and red flags are highlighted where appropriate interpersonal skills – each clinical problem is described using terms that you can use in your explanations to patients clinical management – tells you which examinations to consider, which investigations to order, and how to manage each clinical problem based on the latest guidelines and current best practice consultations – to help you practise, every clinical case features a realistic role play scenario.

This book helps you to revise and prepare forthe CSA part of the MRCGP exam. The latest edition features an additional foursections: • dietary advice for malnourished patients • ectopic pregnancy • patient refusing emergency management • wheeze in preschool children A standardised format is used to help you to improve your: data gathering– a broad range of appropriate questions to ask the patient are provided and red flags are highlighted where appropriate interpersonal skills– each clinical problem is described usingterms that you can use in your explanations to patients clinical management– tells you which examinations to consider,which investigations to order, and how to manage each clinical problem based onthe latest guidelines and current best practice consultations– to help you practise, every clinical casefeatures a realistic role play scenario. The book is designed to be used as a workbook,with wide margins to allow you to add in your own notes, questions and otheraides-memoires. Used in this way, CSARevision Notes for theMRCGPis the ideal book to helpyou successfully prepare for the exam. Somefive-star Amazon reviews of earlier editions: “This book is a must have for GP trainees revising for the CSA. It iscleverly structured into problems that patients present with and covers all theareas that will be required for you in the CSA.” “This is an excellent aid to preparing for the CSA exam. I particularlylike the scenarios given for role play that facilitate practising with a studypartner. I would recommend it for GP registrars, VTS groups and GP trainers.” “Excellentresource for MRCGP prep. Nice layout. Simple. Easy to read leading up to theexam when you want to quickly cover the curriculum.”

This new edition of the MRCGP Study Guide has been purposely revised and updated to comprehensively cover every aspect of the membership examination of the Royal College of General Practitioners. It takes you through all the main medical topics fundamental to general practice, all relevant non- clinical areas, and then finally tests you with an AKT and CSA style examination. All the information you need in one place. This guide can be used as a source of reference, and for revising, to ensure you are perfectly prepared. It saves you the colossal amount of time you would otherwise need to cover the same ground.