Description
Book SynopsisThis 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 differ
Table of Contents
Taking a focussed history in OSCEs – The Calgary Cambridge model. General OSCE tips. Tips for approaching a history-taking OSCE station. Example history – knee pain. OSCE marking scheme – Manchester Medical School. General medicine & geriatrics. Cardiorespiratory medicine. Gastroenterology. Neurology. Musculoskeletal medicine. Surgery. Urology, Ear, nose and throat. Ophthalmology. Obstetrics & gynaecology. Paediatrics. Psychiatry.
