Main description:

Revised edition of widely acclaimed medical training resource features extensive and invaluable additions

Performing clinical examinations is an important skill developed throughout medical training and vocational experience. For nearly a quarter century, this learner-friendly handbook has filled a gap in the literature by providing an affordable and portable resource on clinical examination best practices. Essentials of Clinical Examination, 9th Edition reflects contributions from 119 medical students, 44 residents, 16 artists, 6 layout editors, and 38 esteemed faculty members at the University of Toronto. Supported by Toronto Medical Student Publications, each chapter has been thoroughly reviewed by expert residents and faculty members in their respective specialties to ensure the highest caliber content.

Created by health learners for health learners, this highly accessible, evidence-informed reference is indispensable for clinical rotations and OSCE preparation. All 24 chapters underwent extensive revisions to reflect the most pertinent, up-to-date information. Section one provides overviews of major anatomy and body systems, while section two is organized by subspecialty. Each of the subspecialty chapters is consistently formatted with detailed and clear explanations covering clinical history, common presentations, differential diagnoses with distinguishing clinical features, and physical examination maneuvers.

Key Highlights

The addition of new summary tables, detailed diagrams, and improved graphics enhance understanding and retention of knowledge
New social, pediatric, and geriatric awareness pearls help learners better contextualize concepts through a culturally and socially sensitive lens
Integrated clinical questions at the end of each chapter enable readers to consolidate knowledge and apply it to real-life situations encountered during rotations

The latest edition of this long heralded guide is must-have reading for residents, clerks, and medical students to inform and practice core clinical examination skills that are essential to effective patient management.
This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com.

Contents:

Introduction

1 General History and Physical Exam

General System

The Circulatory System

2 A: The Precordial Exam

2 B: The Peripheral Vascular Exam

3 The Endocrine System

4 The Gastrointestinal System

5 The Head, Neck, and Throat

6 The Lymphatic System

7 The Musculoskeletal System

8 The Nervous System

The Reproductive System

9 A: Breast Exam

9 B: Gynaecological Exam

9 C: Obstetrical Exam

9 D: Urological Exam

10 The Respiratory System

History, Examination, and Clinical Information for Specific Settings

11 Anesthesiology and Pain Management

12 Dermatology

13 Emergency Medicine

14 Fluids, Electrolytes, and Acid/Base Disturbances

15 General Surgery

16 Geriatrics

17 Infectious Diseases

18 Medical Imaging

19 Ophthalmology

20 Oncology

21 Paediatrics

22 Pharmacology and Toxicology

23 Psychiatry

24 Primer on Evidence-Based Medicine

Appendix A: Basics of Suturing and Needles