This popular reference presents essential knowledge on physical diagnosis and health assessment in a practical and engaging question-and-answer format. A wealth of high-quality illustrations guide you through the first and most important of challenges involved in diagnosing any patient: performing the history and physical exam. Assessment techniques are highlighted and weighted based on their clinical importance. This detailed, highly focused and practical guide will equip you with the skills you need to confidently evaluate your patients!
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General Appearances, Facies, and Body Habitus Vital Signs The Skin The Eye The Ear Nose and Mouth The Neck The Thyroid The Breast The Cardiovascular System Heart Sounds and Extra Sounds Heart Murmurs Chest Inspection, Palpation, and Percussion Lung Auscultation The Abdomen Male Genitalia, Hernias, and Rectal Exam Female Genitalia and the Pelvis Lymph Nodes The Neurologic System The Bedside Diagnosis of Coma The Musculoskeletal System The Extremities and Peripheral Vascular System
