Philip Stone
Student
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So this is definitely a third or fourth life for me.
I feel like I have done a little bit of everything from a gym owner, profession athlete, security contractor, poker dealer, casino manager, emergency department scribe, and even an English teacher for foreign students. My interest in medicine was sparked from the evolution of knowledge and interest in science. When I finally decided to go back to school I thought I was going for business…. To satisfy a science credit I took a basic gen chem class and had the chance to blow something up… lol After that I changed to a science major. One thing lead to another and I found a major interest in patient care-especially emergency medicine (potentially General Surg)
My experiences in the real world prepared me to be task oriented and really keep my internal evaluations in check. I found that proper planning, time management, accountability, and fine tuning my most efficient way to learn was a key to success through basic sciences. Learning to mute the noise in the background really helped through the long nights and early mornings.
Now that I am in clinical sciences I really am hooked! Applying the science we learned in basic to real life patients and treatments is incredible, especially when you totally get the concept. The preparation done for Step 1 really has set me up for success in rotations, and I recommend taking the time not only to learn the topics of the week, but to really understand them and be able to apply it to a patient. When you can do this you really have it down.
Keep pushing your limits and there will never be an unreachable goal.
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NICE! what are your thoughts on the other picture?
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Hey Noel,
So in Med 1 I tried to do the cheat sheet thing on CAS 1. I remember attempting to draw the entire brachial plexus, but midway through I couldn’t remember anything. I continued to start the exam frustrated and worried I didn’t really know the content like I thought. I shortly realized that once I calmed down a bit and focused on the questions being presented I really did know it, and I was really only just working through the nerves. After that experience other than using the scrap paper to quickly calculate or draw a quick diagram (spirometry), I never used it again. Everyone os different in their test Taking strategy, that’s why we have a strong group of coaches to share their experiences as to what worked for them, and what they would’ve done hindsight.
What are some unique ways you prepare for an exam?
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Hey Chris! I agree, but the ability to understand the path and bring it down to the level of biochem is a skill that will allow you to crush Step!! Remember that the leading cause of death for a person with an Mi is the arrhythmia.
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Check this one out!!
52 Y/O male comes to the ED due to chest pain with radiation and SOB. What Do you see in the EKG, what is the leading cause of death, and what emergent treatment should be done???
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I had a lot of issues studying at home. There is a disconnect from people who aren’t in this intense curriculum, and they have a hard time understanding the commitment you need to succeed. This is why it is important to maximize your effectiveness and efficiency when you are studying.
Are you planning and executing to the best of your ability?
The Coaches can help guide your efforts.
**Disclaimer** Jack’s standing desk and innovation is a separate consultation service, and we are not responsible for any adverse effects. LOL
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Hey Jack!
With the cytokine storm being a major problem in the virulent factors of Covid I found it pretty interesting they approach to blunt the immune response. You would think the immune response would be the best way to clear the infection, but it turns out it is the driver for destruction.
Does anyone know any other medication being used?
Hydroxychloroquine has been in and out of the spotlight. The MOA of this drug Is interesting on how it is projected to help fight the pandemic.
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I made sure to find “me” time through step studying. Being active physically helped me stay focused when it was time to study.
I feel identifying your point of fatigue is key. Once you isolate a period of lower production you can make adjustments to combat that. The Comp and Step exams are about longevity and acuity.
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Hey Chris! That’s what I was thinking too, but check this attached blog post. Pretty cool! What are your thoughts on it?
https://hqmeded-ecg.blogspot.com/2020/07/this-patient-has-severe-electrolyte.html?m=1
