Anticipating the "classic" questions examiners ask after the physical exam. 5. Tips for the Final Countdown
A common mistake students make is being a "silent examiner." To master the short case, you must provide a running commentary or a crisp summary.
Perform physical exams with "surgical hands"—gentle yet firm and methodical.
Transillumination for cystic hygromas or hydroceles; fluctuation and cough impulses. B. The Thyroid and Neck
Neck lumps require a deep understanding of anatomy. Examiners look for your ability to differentiate between a thyroid swelling (moves with swallowing) and a thyroglossal cyst (moves with tongue protrusion). Don't forget to check for cervical lymphadenopathy and retrosternal extension. C. Hernias and the Groin
Differentiating between Indirect and Direct inguinal hernias. Identifying Femoral hernias (often missed in females).