{"product_id":"how-to-pass-the-csa-exam-isbn-9781118471012","title":"How to Pass the CSA Exam","description":"\u003cp\u003eDistinctively pairing video footage and role-play scenarios, \u003ci\u003eHow to Pass the CSA Exam\u003c\/i\u003e presents a broad range of consultations in the most common clinical areas a trainee or GP ST3 is likely to encounter, to reinforce core knowledge and skills. Cases cover the entire CSA case selection blueprint, with a range of acute, chronic, undifferentiated, psychosocial and preventative cases in the different disease areas.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The two DVDs feature over 3 hours of consultations drawn from real life experience, with step-by-step explanations and points highlighted for examination, and include filmed panel discussion and feedback.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The accompanying guidebook mirrors the video content, with explanatory text, advice on how the exam works and how role players are briefed, 'CSA Plus' resources on broader issues encountered in everyday general practice, and links to relevant guidelines, e-learning modules, and further resources.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Developed by GP trainers, educators and programme directors based on their vast understanding of the consultation and exam process and proven experience, \u003ci\u003eHow to Pass the CSA Exam\u003c\/i\u003e is a thorough and systematic companion to preparing for these examinations to help you optimise your skills and prepare for early practice life.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eIncludes consultations in:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Diabetes\u003cbr\u003e • Depression\u003cbr\u003e • Back pain\u003cbr\u003e • Dementia\u003cbr\u003e • Breaking bad news\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDVDs feature:\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e• 12 consultations (with trainee reflection and trainer feedback) (Duration approx. 180 minutes)\u003cbr\u003e • Top tips from round-table discussions with trainees who recently passed the CSA exam (Duration approx. 30 minutes)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The authors of \u003ci\u003eHow to Pass the CSA Exam\u003c\/i\u003e also provide a high quality, up-to-date and comprehensive course specifically designed for excelling in the MRCGP exam, featuring mock AKT paper and CSA exam with actors as role-players. For full details, visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.londonmrcgp.co.uk\/\"\u003ewww.londonmrcgp.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements v\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword vi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 The CSA Exam 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is it what are the examiners looking for and what can you expect on the day?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Consultation Skills for the CSA 15\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA practical guide to consultation skills for the CSA exam\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Physical Examination for the CSA 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrief tips on physical examination in the CSA\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Common Themes Affecting CSA Performance 40\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe pitfalls and how to avoid them\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Complex Cases in the CSA 47\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips on some of the more challenging types of CSA case\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 How to Use the CSA Practice Cases 54\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA guide to using the practice cases and the DVD and a blueprint mapping cases to the RCGP curriculum\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 CSA Practice Cases 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCases (A)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. Antenatal booking appointment 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)  67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3. Chest pain (musculoskeletal)  71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4. Gout  74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5. New onset hypertension 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6. Type 2 diabetes 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7. Child protection 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8. Drug withdrawal 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9. Paediatric eczema 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10. Renal colic  98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11. Upper respiratory tract infection  102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12. Palliative care  107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13. Acute stress  110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCases (B)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. Irritable bowel syndrome  115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2. Lower back pain (postdelivery)  119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3. Sexually transmitted disease (STD) and hypertension 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4. Confidentiality and angry patient  127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5. Hearing loss 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6. Erectile dysfunction and prescribing  135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7. Knee pain\/weight loss\/eating habits 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8. Insomnia 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9. Paternity testing 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10. Multiple sclerosis 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11. Nocturnal enuresis (telephone consultation) 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12. Pulmonary embolism post-Caesarean section (home visit) 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13. Allergic rhinitis 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCases (C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. Headache 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2. Elder abuse (home visit) 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3. Problem gambling 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4. Prostate specific antigen (PSA) test 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5. Female genital mutilation (FGM) 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6. COPD exacerbation 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7. Blood test results HIV positive 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8. Breast lump (learning disability) 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9. Request for sick note 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10. Sickle cell (adolescent) 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11. Diabetes (telephone consultation) 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12. Asthma (teenager) 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13. Acute red eye  222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 225\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImtiaz Ahmad\u003c\/b\u003e is GP Principal and Trainer at South Lambeth Road Practice, London and Musculoskeletal Lead for Lambeth. He was awarded the RCGP South London Faculty Educator Award (2011) and is ourse Organiser for London MRCGP Courses\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eRaj Nair\u003c\/b\u003e is Training Programme Director at Guy's \u0026amp; St Thomas' GP Specialty Training Programme; Associate Director of Postgraduate Medicine at Guy's \u0026amp; St Thomas' and GP Principal and Trainer, Albion Street Group Practice, South East London\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Martin Block\u003c\/b\u003e is Programme Director, Imperial GP Specialty Training Programme, and GP Principal and Trainer, Clapham Park Group Practice, London\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGraham Easton\u003c\/b\u003e is Senior Clinical Teaching Fellow and Educational Supervisor, Academic ST4 programme, Department of Primary Care and Public Health, Imperial College Medical School, London, and GP Principal and Trainer, Ealing, London\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDistinctively pairing video footage and role-play scenarios, \u003ci\u003eHow to Pass the CSA Exam\u003c\/i\u003e presents a broad range of consultations in the most common clinical areas a trainee or GP ST3 is likely to encounter, to reinforce core knowledge and skills. Cases cover the entire CSA case selection blueprint, with a range of acute, chronic, undifferentiated, psychosocial and preventative cases in the different disease areas.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The two DVDs feature over 3 hours of consultations drawn from real life experience, with step-by-step explanations and points highlighted for examination, and include filmed panel discussion and feedback.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The accompanying guidebook mirrors the video content, with explanatory text, advice on how the exam works and how role players are briefed, 'CSA Plus' resources on broader issues encountered in everyday general practice, and links to relevant guidelines, e-learning modules, and further resources.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Developed by GP trainers, educators and programme directors based on their vast understanding of the consultation and exam process and proven experience, \u003ci\u003eHow to Pass the CSA Exam\u003c\/i\u003e is a thorough and systematic companion to preparing for these examinations to help you optimise your skills and prepare for early practice life.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eIncludes consultations in:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Diabetes\u003cbr\u003e • Depression\u003cbr\u003e • Back pain\u003cbr\u003e • Dementia\u003cbr\u003e • Breaking bad news\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDVDs feature:\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e• 12 consultations (with trainee reflection and trainer feedback) (Duration approx. 180 minutes)\u003cbr\u003e • Top tips from round-table discussions with trainees who recently passed the CSA exam (Duration approx. 30 minutes)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The authors of \u003ci\u003eHow to Pass the CSA Exam\u003c\/i\u003e also provide a high quality, up-to-date and comprehensive course specifically designed for excelling in the MRCGP exam, featuring mock AKT paper and CSA exam with actors as role-players. 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