Pocket Clinical Examiner

This pocket-sized guide to clinical examination is ideal for medical students and junior doctors seeking a convenient handbook for use in busy clinical settings. It starts by discussing how to take a patient history. Each subsequent chapter focuses on a specific system or part of the body. The book covers the cardiovascular, respiratory, and abdomi

History taking and examination skills are vitally important in everyday practice. They are examined at all levels of the undergraduate curriculum and are constantly monitored at a postgraduate level. To become proficient in history taking, key questions should be asked to quickly understand the exact nature of the illness.This invaluable guide spec

An introduction to history taking and the examination of patients. Step-by-step instructions for the junior medical officer working on the ward for the first time. Aims to provide a solid foundation from which students can develop their own systematic approaches. Simon O'Connor from Australian National University.

Pocket Clinical Examination is an introduction to history taking and the examination of patients. It has step by step instructions for the junior medical officer working on the ward for the first time. It aims to provide a solid foundation from which students can develop their own systematic approaches. Details of the mechanisms of symptoms and signs, and comprehensive lists of differential diagnosis are not included but may be found in the larger text Clinical Examination. There is a section on writing and presenting the history and physical examination. PCE provides an introduction to physical examination and a place where students can go for revision before examining patients. Excellent line drawings closely keyed to the text Concise approach Examination of the major systems summarised New emphasis on evidence-based medicine New chapters added eg., coverage of advanced history taking, assessment of the acutely ill patient, introduction to examination of the skin Key anatomical drawings assist students understand the relevant clinical anatomy of regions of the body being examined Hints on how to approach OSCEs

A Davis's Notes title Put the information you need in class, clinical, and practice at your fingertips with this handy, easy-to-use guide. Each joint tab features subcategories for pathology across the lifespan and addresses medical screening, imaging, mechanism of injury, ROM, strength and functional deficits, and special tests.

Introduction Taking a History Examination of the Cardiovascular System Examination of the Respiratory System Examination of the Abdominal System Examination of the Cranial Nerves Examination of the Neurological System of the Limbs Examination of the Breast Examination of the Skin Examination of the Hand Examination of the Shoulder Examination of the Hip Examination of the Knee Clerking Examination Presenting Your Findings Writing Up.

Highly affordable, pocket-sized guide to Paediatric Clinical Examination for junior doctors and medical trainees.

An introduction to medical history taking and the examination of patients, with step-by-step instructions for the junior medical student working on the ward for the first time. Aims to provide a solid foundation of essential knowledge from which students can develop their own systematic approaches. Does not include details of the mechanism of symptoms and signs, or comprehensive lists of differential diagnosis.--From publisher description.