Sometimes I have discrepancies between a question on UWORLD and a textbook. In trying to decide who is right, where do I go? For example does the NBME use the respective college (ie. ACOG) or USPSTF for screening recommendations?
Where does the NBME/NBOME get their Information?
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According to Kaplan MTB 2CK, they'll generally test guidelines from USPSTF because it's a non-biased source. Specialty colleges tend to make more aggressive screening recommendations because they are specifically interested in one particular disease, even when there isn't evidence to support their recommendation (i.e. PSA, mammogram before 50, etc.).
In general, I'd go with UW over a textbook. Your textbook is there to help you become a better doctor, but it might have several layers of information that will only complicate what you need to know for the USMLE.
In general, I'd go with UW over a textbook. Your textbook is there to help you become a better doctor, but it might have several layers of information that will only complicate what you need to know for the USMLE.
