medEssentials for the USMLE Step 1: Visually mapped basic science concepts

by Kaplan Medical

Overview

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Now with a completely revised Behavioral Science section and the newest drug therapies throughout!
 
medEssentials for the USMLE Step 1 provides a visually focused review, streamlined by recent test-takers to emphasize the most frequently tested topics. This high-yield reference guide is ideal for first- and second-year medical students, both to prep for Step 1 and to supplement med school curricula.
 
Essential Review

• Highlights the highest-yield review concepts for all topics tested on the USMLE Step 1
• Includes all core science concepts covered in medical programs and the USMLE and COMLEX exams
• Complements both organ system and discipline-based curricula
• Features illustrated tables, bolded terms, and 12 pages of full-color medical photos

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781506223599
Publisher:	Kaplan Test Prep
Publication date:	12/03/2019
Series:	USMLE Prep
Edition description:	Fifth Edition
Pages:	528
Product dimensions:	8.30(w) x 10.70(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

For over 40 years, Kaplan Medical has been dedicated to helping aspiring doctors prepare for and pass their medical licensing exams. We are proud to offer the most innovative study tools available on the market, and our dedicated staff of expert advisors and faculty ensures that doctors and medical students receive the guidance and support they need. At Kaplan Medical, our students' success is our goal.

Table of Contents

(A more comprehensive list appears on the first page of each chapter.)

Welcome vii

How to Use medEssentials ix

Part I General Principles

Chapter 1 Behavioral Science 3

Chapter 2 Biochemistry 31

Chapter 3 Molecular Biology, Genetics, and Cell Biology 51

Chapter 4 Immunology 79

Chapter 5 Microbiology 101

Chapter 6 Embryology 131

Chapter 7 Physiology 137

Chapter 8 Pathology 143

Chapter 9 Pharmacology/Therapeutics 155

Part II Organ Systems

Chapter 1 The Nervous System 171

Development of the Nervous System 172

Peripheral Nervous System 174

Meninges, Ventricular System, and Venous Drainage 183

Neurohistology and Pathologic Correlates 186

Spinal Cord 188

Cranial Nerves and Brain Stem 192

Visual System 194

Brain Stem Lesions 200

Cerebellum 201

Diencephalon 202

Basal Ganglia 203

Limbic System 205

Cerebral Cortex 206

Blood Supply 210

Seizures and Anticonvulsants 212

Opioid Analgesics and Related Drugs 214

Local Anesthetics 215

General Anesthetics 216

Chapter 2 The Cardiovascular System 217

Cardiovascular Embryology 218

Cardiovascular Anatomy 221

Cardiovascular Physiology 225

Cardiovascular Pathology 242

Cardiovascular Pharmacology 255

Chapter 3 The Respiratory System 261

Respiratory Embryology and Histology 262

Gross Anatomy 263

Respiratory Physiology 265

Mechanics of Breathing 266

Gas Exchange 270

Respiratory Pathology 277

Chapter 4 The Renal and Urinary System 287

Renal Embryology and Anatomy 288

Renal Physiology 290

Renal Pharmacology 310

Renal Pathology 312

Chapter 5 The Gastrointestinal System 319

Embryology of the Gastrointestinal System 320

Gastrointestinal Histology 321

Gross Anatomy 323

Gastrointestinal Physiology 328

Gastrointestinal Pathology 341

Gastrointestinal Microbiology 351

Additional Pharmacology 354

Chapter 6 The Endocrine System 355

Endocrine System 356

Hypothalamus and Pituitary Overview 356

Adrenal Gland 358

Pancreas 365

Endocrine Regulation of Calcium and Phosphate 369

Thyroid 372

Growth Hormone 376

Chapter 7 The Reproductive System 379

Reproductive System 380

Male Reproductive System 382

Female Reproductive System 389

Female Reproductive System Pathology 398

Breast Pathology 402

Genitourinary System Disease 405

Chapter 8 The Musculoskeletal System, Skin, and Connective Tissue 409

Structure, Function, and Pharmacology of Muscle 410

Head and Neck Embryology and Anatomy 414

Upper Extremities and Back 417

Musculoskeletal Disorders 428

Skin 437

Chapter 9 The Hematologic and Lymphoreticular System 445

Hematopoiesis 446

Hemostasis 446

Anticlotting Agents 450

Erythropoiesis 451

Disorders of Red Blood Cells 451

White Blood Cells 455

Disorders of Leukocytes 456

Hematologic Changes Associated with Infectious Disease 462

Part III Appendices

Appendix A Essential Equations 465

Appendix B Standard Reference Laboratory Values 470

Appendix C Essential Diseases and Findings 472

Appendix D Formulating the Diagnosis: A Glimpse Ahead 485

Index 493

High-Yield Images 523