Description
The fifteenth edition develops the core skills used to obtain a clinical history and perform a systematic physical examination. It relates findings to symptoms and signs of disease, with discussion of investigations and application in specific clinical situations. Coverage spans the main body systems and supports preparation for clinical assessments.
Topics covered
- Taking a clinical history and eliciting physical signs.
- System-based examination techniques and relevant investigations.
- Applying examination skills to different clinical settings and presentations.
Who it’s for
Medical students, junior doctors, nurses, and allied health learners developing clinical assessment skills.
Study use: Read the relevant system before a supervised examination session and use the sequence to organise your practice and feedback.
