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Medical Student Survival Skills
Clinical Examination
Philip Jevon (Author), Elliot Epstein (Author), Sarah Mensforth (Author), Caroline MacMahon (Author)
9781118842010, Wiley
Paperback / softback, published 19 April 2019
144 pages
21.3 x 14 x 1 cm, 0.204 kg
Medical students encounter many challenges on their path to success, from managing their time, applying theory to practice, and passing exams. The Medical Student Survival Skills series helps medical students navigate core subjects of the curriculum, providing accessible, short reference guides for OSCE preparation and hospital placements. These guides are the perfect tool for achieving clinical success. Medical Student Survival Skills: Clinical Examination provides step-by-step guidance on the physical evaluation of the body and its functions. This portable and concise guide leads readers through each component of a clinical examination, including cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal and peripheral arterial and venous system exams. OSCE key learning points, exam preparation lists, practical tips, website access for videos and OSCE checklists help medical students and junior doctors efficiently perform a clinical examination.
Acknowledgements vii About the companion website ix 1 Examination of the cardiovascular system 1 2 Examination of the respiratory system 13 3 Examination of the gastrointestinal system 21 4 Examination of the genitourinary system 35 5 Examination of the neurological system – cranial nerves 41 6 Examination of the neurological system – upper limb 47 7 Examination of the neurological system – lower limb 55 8 Examination of musculoskeletal system – the hands 63 9 Examination of the musculoskeletal system – the shoulder 71 10 Examination of the musculoskeletal system – the knee 79 11 Examination of the musculoskeletal system – the hip 85 12 Examination of the peripheral arterial system 91 13 Examination of the peripheral venous system 99 14 Examination of the neck 107 15 Examination of the breast 113 Index 117
Subject Areas: Medical study & revision guides & reference material [MR]
