Macleod's Clinical Examination
This classic textbook aims to assist clinicians develop the consultation skills required to elicit a clear history, and the practical skills needed to detect clinical signs of disease. Where possible, the physical basis of clinical signs is explained to aid understanding. Formulation of a differential diagnosis from the information gained is introduced, and the logical initial investigations are included for each system.
Features
- The first part of the book addresses the general principles of good interaction with patients, from the basics of taking a history and examining, to the use of pattern recognition to identify spot diagnoses.
- The second part documents the relevant history, examination and investigations for all the major body systems.
- The third part illustrates the application of these skills to specific clinical situations.
- The final part covers preparation for assessments of clinical skills and the use of these skills in everyday practice.
- The book has accompanying videos demonstrating many of the key clinical examination routines as set out in the book.
Table of Contents
Section 1: Principles of clinical history and examination
- Managing clinical encounters with patients
- General aspects of history taking
- The value of initial observations
Section 2:
System based examination
- The cardiovascular system
- The respiratory system
- The gastrointestinal system
- The nervous system
- The visual system
- The ear, nose & throat
- The endocrine system
- The reproductive system
- The renal system
- The musculoskeletal system
- The skin, hair and nails
Section 3:
Applying history and examination skills in specific situations V
- Babies and Children
- Patients with mental illness and learning disability
- The frail elderly
- Examining the deteriorating patient
- History and examination towards the end of life
Section 4:
Putting History and Examination skills to Use
- Preparing for assessments of clinical skills
- Preparing for practice
