Full Description
MRCPsych CASCskills guide for trainees preparing for the MRCPsych CASC exam. Presented in a clear layout, chapters cover the full range of psychiatry subspecialties that are likely to be encountered on exam day. Reflecting the latest changes to the exam and featuring a wealth of practice stations, this book provides the essential revision tool to maximise chances of exam success. Key Points *150 CASC scenarios, covering the breadth of skills and topics tested in the actual exam * Features model answers and invaluable suggestions, to impress examiners and achieve the highest marks *Addresses every aspect of the exam, including structure, content and marking * Edited by experienced Examiner and Consultant, Ashok G Patel * Complements MRCPsych Paper 1: MCQs and EMIs, MRCPsych Paper 2: MCQs and EMIs and MRCPsych Paper 3: MCQs and EMIs - the complete MRCPsych revision package
Contents
* Contributors * Foreword * Preface SECTION 1:A Guide to Clinical Assessment of Skills and Competencies (CASC) Chapter 1: Format of CASC Chapter 2: Skills and competencies to be tested in CASC Chapter 3: Grade descriptors in CASC Chapter 4: Role players as patients, carers and colleagues Chapter 5: Areas of concerns for unsuccessful candidates Chapter 6: Preparing for and tackling CASC Trick / distracters / 'Dos and Don'ts' / Hidden problems Possible approach Chapter 7: Competencies tested in particular stations SECTION 2: Clinical Examination Chapter 8: Cognitive assessment Chapter 9: Physical examination SECTION 3: CASC Stations (mapped to the syllabus and covering all aspects of CASC including subspecialties) Chapter 10: Stand alone stations Chapter 11: Link stations * Further reading
