MRCP SCE in Respiratory Medicine: 300 SBAs is the ideal revision guide for candidates preparing for the MRCP SCE in respiratory medicine. The book offers a wealth of practice questions that test candidates knowledge and understanding of the clinical sciences relevant to specialist medical practice.
Chapters follow the JRCPTB specialty training curriculum for respiratory medicine, while detailed answers and explanations reinforce understanding. This book provides essential revision to maximise chances of exam success.
Key points
300 SBA questions with correct answers and thorough explanations, and rational clarification of incorrect options Number of questions for each part of the syllabus follows MRCP(UK) blueprint, ensuring effective targeted revision Gives practical advice on how to approach revision and useful tips to improve exam technique
| Preface |
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v | |
| Exam revision advice |
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ix | |
| Glossary |
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xi | |
| Normal values |
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xiii | |
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Chapter 1 Respiratory physiology |
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1 | (24) |
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Chapter 2 Asthma and allergy |
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25 | (12) |
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Chapter 3 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease |
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37 | (24) |
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Chapter 4 Lung cancer and thoracic surgery |
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61 | (26) |
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Chapter 5 Pulmonary infection |
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87 | (26) |
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Chapter 6 Tuberculosis and nontuberculous mycobacteria |
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113 | (26) |
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Chapter 7 HIV and immunocompromise |
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139 | (10) |
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Chapter 8 Bronchiectasis and cystic fibrosis |
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149 | (10) |
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Chapter 9 Interstitial lung diseases |
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159 | (32) |
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Chapter 10 Sleep-related disorders and hypoventilation |
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191 | (18) |
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Chapter 11 Pulmonary vascular disease |
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209 | (18) |
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Chapter 12 Pleura and mediastinum |
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227 | (22) |
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Chapter 13 Occupational and environmental lung disease |
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249 | (18) |
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Chapter 14 Lung transplantation |
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267 | (8) |
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275 | (4) |
| Further reading |
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279 | |
Laura-Jane Smith MBBChir MA (Cantab) MRCP (Resp) Dip (ClinEd) FHEA
ST6 Respiratory Medicine Trainee, North East London, UK
James Murray BSc (Hons) MRCP (Resp)
ST6 Respiratory Medicine Trainee, North East London, UK
