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is it a game… or a high-yield clinical exam? 🧠👶 Evaluating the sensory system in pediatric patients is notoriously tricky. Unlike adults, children won’t always sit still or give you a clear "yes" or "no" when you're testing dermatomes. As medical students, mastering the art of the "stealth exam" is crucial for your pediatric and neurology rotations! In this video, Dr. Baljeet Maini breaks down how to turn a complex pediatric sensory examination into an engaging game—without sacrificing clinical accuracy. Learn how to objectively assess light touch, pain, temperature, vibration, and proprioception in a way that keeps your little patients cooperative and smiling. 🎥 What You Will Learn: The "Stealth" Approach: How to distract and observe to get accurate sensory data. Key Modalities: Practical translation of adult sensory tests (Spinothalamic & Dorsal Column pathways) into pediatric-friendly techniques. Developmental Milestones: What sensory responses are normal vs. abnormal at different ages. OSCE & Wards Tips: How to confidently present your findings to your attending or ace your practical exams. Perfect for MBBS students, med students preparing for USMLE Step 2 CS/COMLEX, pediatric residents, and anyone looking to sharpen their clinical skills!