FRCR Examination Revision Guide: A Comprehensive Resource

By Phillip Yoong, William Bugg, Catherine A. Johnson

Revising for the final FRCR examination is a challenging task. The candidate has to balance their revision time between image interpretation practice, learning facts and refining presentation skills. This revision guide demonstrates a proven mechanism for organizing thoughts, directing revision towards the more important diagnoses and providing clarity when confronted with the mountain of information expected to be retained and recalled during the FRCR viva exam.

Effective Use of Mnemonics

Mnemonics typically uses word-based cues to enhance memory, reduce cognitive load and aid learning. This guide relies on acronyms and acrostics – proven to be highly effective for rote learning and focused revision.

Structured Revision Guide

FRCR examination candidates will appreciate the unified structure throughout, with extensive use of sample images followed by sets of differential diagnoses and mnemonic listings. For each stem of the mnemonic, the main radiological findings and useful distinguishing features are listed and a model answer is given. A short discussion of the main diagnoses follows, increasing comprehension and aiding examination confidence.

Key Features

Language: English

Pages: 256

ISBN-10: 1908911956

ISBN-13: 978-1908911957

Publisher: CRC Press; 1st edition (August 15, 2013)

This comprehensive guide is an essential resource for FRCR examination candidates, providing a structured approach to revision and aiding in the retention and recall of key information.