Pediatric Board Exam Time Per Question, Number of Blocks & More
The Ins & Outs of TEST DAY!
As the pediatric board exam nears, I'm often asked the following questions:
- Pediatric board exam time per question and pacing is something I struggle with. Can you help?
- How many questions are on the pediatrics board exam?
- What is the number of sections for the American Board of Pediatrics INITIAL board certification exam?
The information on the American Board of pediatrics website is a little confusing, so I've tried to clarify some things below. I try to address some of the more key information you will need on test day. In this article I'll talk specifically about the INITIAL pediatric board certification exam. You'll learn:
- How many sections are administered for the initial certification exam
- How many questions are on the peds exam
- How many questions you can expect to see in each section
- How much time per question to allot
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Creating Memorable Pediatric Mnemonics
Pediatric Mnemonics that Stick
Creating pediatric mnemonics can be a lifesaver for the boards. Did you know that most memory champions in the world do NOT have a photographic memory? They actually TRAIN their brains to remember lists, names and other random facts. So trust me when I say that you can too!
As doctors, most of us were in the top 10% of our class until we hit medical school, but that doesn't mean it’s easy for us to retain the vast amounts of knowledge necessary to pass the pediatric boards. I remember the overwhelming feeling of being crushed by all of the information I was being bombarded with during my studies.
It wasn't until I learned how to create pediatric mnemonics and memory aids that I was finally able to feel comfortable with the idea of housing all of that information in my brain. The mnemonics I created were essential in helping me retain information and pass the USMLE Step exams as well as the pediatric initial certification exam.
So, unless you’ve got a photographic memory, I’d highly recommend spending some time learning memory techniques.
“The [PBR] mnemonics were stellar, if not a little goofy , but that just added to their utility. I will likely remember some the mnemonics for the rest of my life, especially the autosomal dominant diseases. – Dr. Kristen Macleod” – Read Kristen's full testimonial by clicking HERE.
WHAT ARE MNEMONICS?
In a nutshell, mnemonics are memory aid devices that can help you to remember difficult to absorb information.
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