Helping Hands An Introduction to Diagnostic Strategy and Clinical Reasoning

This brand-new textbook introduces medical students, junior doctors, medical educators and allied health professionals to the vital skills of diagnostic strategy and clinical reasoning, both essential components of becoming an effective clinician. Taking the examination of the hands as a springboard - often the initial step in physical examination and from which a wealth of information can be gleaned - through real-life clinical cases readers are encouraged to refine their powers of observation and decision-making strategy.Key features:  Encourages a conscious approach to clinical reasoning - 'see' rather than just 'look'  Develops an understanding of why all clinicians can be responsible for diagnostic mistakes and how, with a raised awareness, they can work towards avoiding error  Outlines approaches that can be used when taking a history and when examining patients in any clinical setting  Bundled e-book for use 'on the go' while the companion website provides additional materials for students and lecturers including self-assessment questions and teaching guidance Outlining the process of formulating and refining an initial diagnosis, in using this book the medical student or junior doctor will develop a critical self-awareness of the strategies they employ in assessing patients, learn how to improve and enhance their skills, and feel enabled to craft an appropriate management plan.

ISBN:	9781138330825
Publisher:	CRC Press
Imprint:	CRC Press
Published date:	29 Oct 2019
DEWEY:	616.075
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	154
Weight:	470g
Height:	245mm
Width:	188mm
Spine width:	9mm

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