Neurology: PreTest Self-Assessment and Review, Sixth Edition (Pretest Series)

With high-yield facts and mnemonics, it's great for course review and clinical rotations, too! Physical Diagnosis: PreTest® asks the right questions so you'll know the right answers. PreTest® is the closest you can get to seeing the test before you take it. 500 USMLE-style questions and answers referenced to core textbooks and journal articles Complete explanations discuss right and wrong answer options All questions are reviewed by students who have recently passed the exams Contents 9 Introduction 13 The Neurological Examination and Diagnostic Tests 15 Questions 15 Answers, Explanations, and References 36 Cerebrovascular Disease 51 Questions 51 Answers, Explanations, and References 62 Epilepsy and Seizures 73 Questions 73 Answers, Explanations, and References 83 Headache and Facial Pain 89 Questions 89 Answers, Explanations, and References 95 Traumatic and Occupational Injuries 101 Questions 101 Answers, Explanations, and References 107 Infections 111 Questions 111 Answers, Explanations, and References 126 Neoplasms 139 Questions 139 Answers, Explanations, and References 146 Nutritional and Metabolic Disorders 153 Questions 153 Answers, Explanations, and References 162 Dementia and Cognitive Disorders 171 Questions 171 Answers, Explanations, and References 178 Movement Disorders 185 Questions 185 Answers, Explanations, and References 193 Disorders of Myelination 201 Questions 201 Answers, Explanations, and References 209 Developmental and Hereditary Disorders 215 Questions 215 Answers, Explanations, and References 227 Neuromuscular Disorders 237 Questions 237 Answers, Explanations, and References 243 Toxic Injuries 249 Questions 249 Answers, Explanations, and References 254 Eye Disease and Visual Disturbances 259 Questions 259 Answers, Explanations, and References 272 Disturbances of Hearing, Balance, Smell, and Taste 281 Questions 281 Answers, Explanations, and References 287 Spinal Cord and Root Disease 293 Questions 293 Answers, Explanations, and References 302 Peripheral Neuropathy 311 Questions 311 Answers, Explanations, and References 319 Neurological Emergencies 327 Questions 327 Answers, Explanations, and References 337 Bibliography 347 Index 349 A 349 B 349 C 349 D 350 E 350 F 350 G 350 H 350 I 351 J 351 K 351 L 351 M 351 N 352 O 352 P 352 R 353 S 353 T 353 U 354 V 354 W 354 Completely revised and small enough to fit in a lab coat pocket, Neurology: PreTest Self Assessment and Review, 5/e features 500 questions, including 200 new in clinical vignette format, with answers and explanations. All questions are reviewed by recent USMLE Step 2 test-takers.Prepare Early...Score HigherPre-Test® is the medical student's most dynamic weapon for mastering the USMLE Step 2.Great for course review and clinical rotations, too! Neurology: PreTest® asks the right questions so you'll know the right answers. Open it and start learning what's on the test.PreTest® is the closest you can get to seeing the test before you take it.This one-of-a-kind test prep guide helps you:Get to know actual material on the examPractice with 500 multiple-choice questions, many with clinical vignettesBuild confidence, skills, and knowledgeLearn key factsFind references with every answerThere are plenty of answers out there. But only PreTest® delivers USMLE type questions, in USMLE format.Open this PreTest® for:Format that simulates the exam500 board-type questionsReferenced answers and explanationsMaterial reviewed by recent USMLE Step 2 test-takersSTUDENT TESTED AND REVIEWED"The strength of the questions in this book is in the cross-coverage of neurology with the other disciplines."—A medical student who recently passed the USMLE. Completely revised and small enough to fit in a lab coat pocket, Neurology: PreTest Self Assessment and Review, 6/e features 500 questionsGreat for course review and clinical rotations, too! asks the right questions so you'll know the right answers. Open it and start learning.Key features:500 USMLE Step 2-format questionsComplete explanations discuss right and wrong answer optionsMany clinical images This thematic vocabulary guide gives you instant access to thousands of Spanish terms. It features 4,000 words arranged in 12 self-contained thematic sections. From current affairs to shopping, medicine to relationships, you will find what you need to know fast and easy Includes 500 USMLE-style questions and answers that referenced to core textbooks and journal articles in Neurology. This title presents explanations that discuss right and wrong answer options. Test prep guide with 500 USMLE-style questions and answers referenced to core textbooks and journal articles. Reviews explanations for right and wrong answers. DIRECTIONS: Each item below contains a question followed by suggested responses.