Description
Book SynopsisThis handbook describes the diagnostic process clearly and logically, aiding medical students and others who wish to improve their diagnostic performance and to learn more about the diagnostic process.
Trade ReviewThis is a nice memory aid for new clinicians as well as a refresher for clinicians who have been in the practice of medicine for a long time. * Doody's Notes *
This book is useful for medical students of all years... and is perfect for ILAs, finals revision and wards round. As with all Oxford Handbooks, its handy size makes it very placement friendly. * North Wing *
Table of Contents1. The diagnostic process ; 2. Interpreting the history and examination ; 3. General and endocrine symptoms and physical signs ; 4. Skin symptoms and physical signs ; 5. Cardiovascular symptoms and physical signs ; 6. Respiratory symptoms and physical signs ; 7. Gastrointestinal symptoms and physical signs ; 8. Urological and gynaecological symptoms and physical signs ; 9. Joint, limb, and back symptoms and physical signs ; 10. Psychiatric and neurological symptoms and physical signs ; 11. Laboratory tests ; 12. Chest x-rays ; 13. Making the diagnostic process evidence-based
