Physician Assistant Exam Review

Nichole got devastating news. A 222! She had a ton of ground to make up. More than I would have thought possible. But… She did it. She went up 137 points! Listen to her story. The post 142 The Comeback: From 222 to Passing the PANCE in One Giant Leap appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

We’ve got an interview this week with Heather. She was feeling a little lost. A little behind, and she wanted to share with you a few ways that helped her turn it around. The post 141 From Struggling to Passing the PANCE appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Mary’s story is AMAZING. She was the Valedictorian o her high school She graduated Cum laude in 3 years from undergrad while working 30-35 hours per week. Then she got to PA school and got her first 20 on 100 point test. That was followed promptly by her first 10 on a 100 point test. […] The post 140 High School Valedictorian Decelerated appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders Alcohol Use Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators Test Alert Opioid Use Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators Test Alert Stimulant Use Disorder (Cocaine, Amphetamines) Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators […] The post 139 Sex, Sleep & Drugs – Get points on the easy stuff appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Personality Disorders Definition/Overview Clusters High-Yield Management Principles Cluster A: Odd / Eccentric (Mad) Paranoid Personality Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators Test Alert Schizoid Personality Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators Test Alert Schizotypal Personality Disorder Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, […] The post 138 Easy points on Personality Disorders and how to limit your studying appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

The post 137: Never mix psychotic disorders again: Easy points on the PANCE appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Clinical Presentation Inattention (≥6 symptoms if ≤16; ≥5 if ≥17): Hyperactivity/Impulsivity (≥6 symptoms if ≤16; ≥5 if ≥17): Functional impairment required (academic, social, occupational). Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment First-line: Stimulants (most effective) Non-stimulant alternatives Non-pharmacologic Key Differentiators Test Alert Autism Spectrum […] The post Stop losing psych points: ADHD vs Autism vs Conduct & Anorexia vs Bulimia —what the PANCE is really testing appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Bipolar and Related Disorders Chronic mood disorder with episodes of mania/hypomania and depression.Onset typically late teens–20s. Equal in men/women. Strong genetic predisposition. Clinical Presentation Bipolar I Disorder Bipolar II Disorder Cyclothymic Disorder Hallmark exam clues Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment First-line (mood stabilizers): Adjunctive / Antipsychotics: Antidepressants: Non-pharmacologic: Key Differentiators Bipolar I vs. […] The post 135: Bipolar and Depression appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management Panic Disorder Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management Phobias Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management High-Yield Facts The post 134: Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

The post Episode 133: Abuse, Violence, and Trauma Disorders appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

The post 132 Neuro: Neoplasms & how to be a better student appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Cauda Equina Syndrome • Neurosurgical emergency due to compression of cauda equina nerve roots, usually from disc herniation, tumor, or trauma Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators Epidural Abscess • • Spinal epidural infection commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies, and Physical Exam Findings Treatment Key Differentiators […] The post 131 Neuro: Spinal Cord issues appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Over the past 14 years I’ve seen a lot of people make up A LOT of points, but I don’t think there’s anyone who’s done what this student did. Listen up. This is a good one. The post PANCE Skyrockets From 222 to a 359!!! appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Last time, we covered the detailed medical content on infectious neurologic disorders. (If you missed it, you can find it here: physicianassistantexamreview.com/130) This week is about action. We’re taking everything you learned and making it stick by applying it to questions, clues, and decision-making strategies you’ll need on test day. We’ll work through: Instead of memorizing facts, you’ll learn how to […] The post 130B PANCE Prep for Infectious Neuro Disorders appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Encephalitis Inflammation of the brain parenchyma, often viral in origin, presenting with altered mental status, seizures, and focal neurologic deficits. Can be life-threatening. Viral Encephalitis (Most Common) HSV-1 Encephalitis  Clinical Presentation: Labs & Imaging: Treatment:  Arboviral Encephalitis Clinical Presentation: Diagnosis: Treatment: Meningitis Acute Bacterial Meningitis Clinical Presentation: CSF Findings: Diagnosis: Empiric Treatment: Viral (Aseptic) Meningitis […] The post 130 Encephalitis Review for the PANCE appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Conditions Covered • Wernicke’s Encephalopathy • Hepatic Encephalopathy • Toxic & Metabolic Encephalopathy • Uremic Encephalopathy • Hypertensive Encephalopathy ⸻ Encephalopathy = Global brain dysfunction Encephalitis = Brain inflammation ⸻ Wernicke’s Encephalopathy Acute, reversible encephalopathy caused by thiamine (B1) deficiency. Key Differentiator: Confusion + Ataxia + Ophthalmoplegia in a malnourished or alcoholic patient. Essentials: • […] The post 129b: Quick Encephalopathy Review for the PANCE appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Wernicke’s Encephalopathy Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management High-Yield Facts Hepatic Encephalopathy Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management High-Yield Facts Toxic & Metabolic Encephalopathy Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management High-Yield Facts Uremic Encephalopathy Clinical Presentation Labs, Studies & Imaging Treatment & Management High-Yield Facts Hypertensive […] The post Episode 129: Encephalopathic Disorders appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Cranial Nerve Review: Full Breakdown Cranial Nerves in Order 1. Olfactory (CN I) – Smell 2. Optic (CN II) – Vision 3. Oculomotor (CN III) – Eye movement (SR, IR, MR, IO), pupil constriction, eyelid elevation 4. Trochlear (CN IV) – Eye movement (SO – superior oblique) 5. Trigeminal (CN V) – Facial sensation, mastication […] The post 128b Cranial Neves 6-12 PANCE Practice appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

CN VI (Abducens Nerve Palsy) Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Physical Exam Labs, Studies, and Imaging Common Causes Treatment Key Takeaways CN VII (Facial Nerve Palsy) Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Physical Exam Labs, Studies, and Imaging Common Causes Treatment Key Takeaways CN VIII (Vestibulocochlear Nerve Palsy) Definition/Overview Clinical Presentation Physical Exam Labs, Studies, and Imaging Common Causes Treatment […] The post 128: Cranial Nerves 6-12 appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Not a lot of notes for today. Look back to Episode 127 for the complete notes. https://www.physicianassistantexamreview.com/127 The post 127b: Cranial Nerves 1-5 PANCE Questions and Review appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.