How many points can you add to your step score in 1 week?

[Poit]

I took my last NBME a week ago and scored a 222, and my test is in 2 days. I've busted my butt this past week, so how many points do you think I could have added to it in 7-8 days? I'm guessing a 10 point difference isn't realistic, but perhaps a 5 point jump isn't?

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[liquidsodium]

Do your best on the test and what you get is what you get


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[em3761]

The practice NBMEs aren't always predictive. It's hard not to get discouraged over a disappointing score but that doesn't mean it's what you'll get on test day. This close to the test, try focusing on brushing up on stuff that you already mostly know. Pharm and micro are always places where it's easy to forget stuff or, conversely, to pick up a couple of extra points. Also review topics that you know you've missed before (e.g. if there are diseases you tend to mix up). If there is stuff you just straight up don't understand, don't delve into it at this point--it's not the best use of your time. Don't study the night before the test; try to relax and do something you enjoy. good luck!

 

[Redpancreas]

The practice NBMEs aren't always predictive. It's hard not to get discouraged over a disappointing score but that doesn't mean it's what you'll get on test day. This close to the test, try focusing on brushing up on stuff that you already mostly know. Pharm and micro are always places where it's easy to forget stuff or, conversely, to pick up a couple of extra points. Also review topics that you know you've missed before (e.g. if there are diseases you tend to mix up). If there is stuff you just straight up don't understand, don't delve into it at this point--it's not the best use of your time. Don't study the night before the test; try to relax and do something you enjoy. good luck!

First point isn't preached enough. Also agree with second point. Most students have NBME scores which correlate with their actual performance but many score much higher or lower.