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Since 1988 this textbook has provided a clear and easily grasped explanation of the origins of physical signs when examining a patient, (both historically and physiologically). Much has been rewritten to reflect new thinking and new techniques.
An introduction to history taking and the examination of patients. Step-by-step instructions for the junior medical officer working on the ward for the first time. Aims to provide a solid foundation from which students can develop their own systematic approaches. Simon O'Connor from Australian National University.
Suitable for the Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) written and clinical examinations, this text provides candidates and medical students with an overview of what to expect and what is expected of you.
This practical companion to Talley & O'Connor's Clinical Examination focuses on refining your clinical skills technique to ensure you excel in your Objective Structured Clinical Examinations. The 102 stations are graded according to the conditions you will be examined on during your Early, Intermediate and Final clinical years. Each station includes background information relevant to the condition being examined, the rationale and method, as well as a guide to presenting on the case, tips and relevant marking criteria to build your confidence in performing these high-pressure examinations. 102 stations graded as Early - Mid, Intermediate and Final clinical years Marking criteria boxes and examiners' likely questions to help you prepare Tips and hints on presenting your findings to the examiners Detailed method explanation to aid understanding Colour clinical photos and graphics to support deep learning An eBook included in all print purchases
Includes information on: basic training requirements; the written examination; an approach to the clinical examination; the long case, the short case and examples. Talley, University of Sydney; O'Connor, Canberra Hospital, Australia.
This comprehensive resource for fellows/trainees and candidates for recertification in gastroenterology summarizes the field in a modern, fresh format. Prominent experts from around the globe write on their areas of expertise, and each chapter follows a uniform structure. The focus is on key knowledge, with the most important clinical facts highlighted in boxes. Color illustrations reinforce the text.
Up to one in five individuals are troubled by typical Irritable Bowel Syndrome symptoms. In some cases, the complaints are minor, but in others, IBS unfortunately rules their lives. Written as a guide to liberating those suffering with stomach and bowel problems,Conquering Irritable Bowel Syndromeis directed to the general public and primary care physicians. The text succinctly discusses common gastrointestinal disorders of function, and in particular, IBS and related disorders. The book presents a holistic view of these disorders with the overall theme of empowerment – enabling patients to feel empowered to heal through understanding the science and the evidence. In lay terms,Conquering Irritable Bowel Syndromewill explain the "what" (symptoms, definitions, and epidemiology), the "why"(pathophysiology) and the "how do I take control" (examination of the evidence, understand the available literature, the accessing of the merits of management strategies, diet, exercise, therapy, both natural and pharmaceutical). High-quality, easy-to-understand illustrations and photographs clarify the presented concepts.