Diagnosis & Skills

Specialty: Diagnosis & Skills,
Publisher: بيت المعارف,
Publication Year: 2010

Weight: 1.2 KG
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Specialty: Diagnosis & Skills,
Publisher: اللآلئ,
Publication Year: 2003

Weight: 1.8 KG
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Pages: 212,
Specialty: Diagnosis & Skills,
Publisher: Zeshan Qureshi,
Publication Year: 2014,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 213x297x12.7mm

'The Unofficial Guide to Practical Skills' follows on from 'The Unofficial Guide to Passing OSCEs', which has sold 8000 copies in 2 years. It covers over 50 practical skills for medical students, nurses, junior doctors, and other healthcare professionals, including all of the core competencies- more than any other practical skills book on the market. Uniquely it is fully illustrated with over 200 color photos/illustrations, and has accompanying mark schemes to simulate real-life assessment, with model answers so students can check how well they are performing. This book has relevance beyond examinations, for post graduate further education and as a day-to-day reference for professionals show more

Weight: 0.8 KG
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Pages: 248,
Specialty: Diagnosis & Skills,
Publisher: Taylor & Francis,
Publication Year: 2017,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 203.2x254x12.7mm

This straightforward guide to taking patient history comprehensively covers all of the commonly seen OSCE scenarios within the current undergraduate medical curriculum. The Easy Guide to Focused History Taking for OSCEs includes introductory chapters with general OSCE guidance, mapping onto the Calgary-Cambridge model. These include tips from recently qualified doctors and highly respected physicians and surgeons who commonly examine OSCEs, as well as a sample OSCE marking scheme. ? The book then covers 56 histories based on presenting complaints - more than any other text on the market - thoroughly testing both knowledge and examination technique. Each history is based around the exam requirements, with mnemonics, `red flag' symptom boxes and list-based breakdowns to aid prompt recall. Common and serious differentials are highlighted, as well as investigations to help rule out the serious conditions. Each section concludes by outlining key aspects for each differential diagnosis as well as a list of investigations and management options. ? With this book, every student will be well equipped to tackle any clinical problem, in the OSCE examination and also in their continued professional practice. show more

Weight: 0.64 KG
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Pages: 792,
Specialties: Diagnosis & Skills, Medicine,
Publisher: Wiley,
Publication Year: 2010,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 138x216x32mm

In the space of 10 minutes, how do you confidently assess your patient's condition and make an accurate diagnosis? This concise guide provides a systematic way of collecting the essential clinical information swiftly and effectively. The individual disease sections are uniformly structured to provide: Key features of the history, including questions relevant to patients and important for making a diagnosis The 'value' of present or absent symptoms for diagnosis and prognosis What should be examined and why A summary of 'red flags' - issues that must be assessed Important differential diagnoses and their clinical features Useful tips, tricks and hints for effective patient assessment Every health professional, who has to assess patients under time constraints, as well as advanced medical students preparing for final exams, will find this new, easily accessible and comprehensive guide invaluable "Being responsible for dealing with most of the health problems of most of the population most of the time is quite a challenge...Both students and doctors, and not just those at the start of their careers, will benefit from reading this beautifully structured book which will help them get the very best out of clearly focused consultations. Combined with the vital attributes of listening and caring, using the knowledge and support this book provides will help us all become more effective doctors." -Professor David Haslam , CBE, FRCP, FFPH, FRCGP, Past President of the Royal College of General Practitioners, London, UK

Weight: 0.7 KG
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Pages: 848,
Specialty: Diagnosis & Skills,
Publisher: Elsevier,
Publication Year: 2014,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 223.52x281.94x40.64mm

Derive the maximum diagnostic information from interviewing and examining patients with Textbook of Physical Diagnosis. Employing a compassionate, humanistic approach, Dr. Swartz explores how cultural differences can influence communication, diet, family relationships, and health practices and beliefs, and demonstrates that your interpersonal awareness is just as essential in physical diagnosis as your level of technical skill. This medical reference book features numerous high-quality color images, an easy-to-use design, and detailed descriptions of exam techniques, making it an essential guide for physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.

Weight: 2.65 KG
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Pages: 928,
Specialty: Diagnosis & Skills,
Publisher: Elsevier,
Publication Year: 2009,
Cover: Mixed media product,
Dimensions: 220.98x281.94x30.48mm

Despite the advanced technologies at our disposal today, a complete health history and physical examination remain the most crucial diagnostic tools in any healthcare practitioner's arsenal. And no one teaches these all-important skills better than Mark H. Swartz, MD, FACP. For nearly two decades, Dr. Swartz's textbook has shown readers how to derive the maximum diagnostic information from interviewing and examining patients. Using a compassionate, humanistic approach, Dr. Swartz explores how cultural differences can influence communication, diet, family relationships, and health practices and beliefs, and demonstrates that your interpersonal awareness is just as essential in physical diagnosis as your level of technical skill. In this 6th edition, a new chapter on the focused physical exam prepares you for the USMLE Step 2 CS and the OSCE. Over 3 hours of video on DVD demonstrate how to examine adult male and female patients as well as pediatric and geriatric patients. Plus you can access the complete contents of the book online.

Weight: 2.18 KG
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Pages: 472,
Specialty: Diagnosis & Skills,
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer,
Publication Year: 2013,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 127x200.66x22.86mm

Everything you need to know about diagnosis - in a book that fits inside your pocket. Taylor's Differential Diagnosis Manual is your must-have primary care handbook. Easy to reference and succinct, this book can be referenced at the point of care to verify or help you make an accurate diagnosis. It was authored precisely with the fast-paced clinical environment in mind. With more than 140 chapters organized according to condition and diagnosis, each section of this manual serves as a stand-alone text on each condition - leading to more accurate diagnosis and better patient care. A new, user-friendly third edition reflects the latest in clinical practice, and covers everything from mental health to the nervous system to the female reproductive system. Don't miss out on the new edition of this essential diagnostic tool. Features: chapter structure organized by organ system, further broken into symptoms so you can quickly find what you need; definitions accompanied by evidence-based references so you can use only one resource; easy-to-read tables and bullet points to aid your understanding; and detailed look at laboratory and radiologic abnormalities so you won't miss a diagnosis. New Third Edition chapters: Abnormal Mammogram, Anticoagulation, Bipolar Disorder, Corneal Abrasion, Dyspareunia, and Loss of Vision.

Weight: 0.45 KG
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Pages: 962,
Specialty: Diagnosis & Skills,
Publisher: Elsevier,
Publication Year: 2018,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 196.85x260.35x44.45mm

Talley and O'Connor's Clinical Examination, 8th edition helps students to navigate from first impressions through to the end of consultation. The text provides a patient-centred, evidence-based approach, making it the definitive resource for anyone embarking upon a medical career. Volume 1: A systematic guide to physical diagnosis breaks down each body system into a logical framework focusing on the history, clinical examination and correlation between physical signs and disease for each system. Volume 2: A guide to specialty examinations focuses on medical specialties ranging from paediatric medicine to specific approaches to ears, eyes, nose and throat assessments.Full eBook on StudentConsultOSCE-based scenario videos to assist with examination preparationECG case studiesImaging library (X-rays, MRIs and CT scans)390 MCQs show more

Weight: 2.07 KG
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