The USMLE Step 2 CK tests clinical knowledge along the two dimensions physician task and disease category.
Remember USMLE Step 2 CK scores are required to gain ECFMG certification and USMLE Step 2 CK scores are used to sift through applications. A high score means a better chance of gaining a competitive Residency.
Directions:
Try the USMLE Step 2 CK questions below, pick one best answer from the choices below, then check your answer by clicking on the “get answer” button to see how you did.
Question:
A 47-year-old Asian American man visits his physician for problems falling asleep. The man says he goes to bed every night at 11pm and arises at 6pm; however, he does not fall asleep until about 60 minutes after going to bed. He denies depressed mood or recent psychosocial stressors. When asked about his daily routine, he reports that he takes a brisk walk every morning and then goes to work. On the way to work, he drinks one cup of coffee, but denies any other caffeine intake during the remainder of the day. At around 9:30pm, he eats dinner and then watches television until 11pm, at which time he drinks 1 ounce of whiskey before retiring. Which of the following would be the best advice for this patient?
A. Decrease the intensity of the morning exercise
B. Eat dinner earlier in the evening
C. Exercise vigorously just prior to going to bed
D. Increase the amount of alcohol drunk before retiring
E. Use zolpidem at bedtime as needed
