Unlock the essential skills needed for pediatric patient examinations with 'Clinical Examination Skills in Paediatrics'. This invaluable resource is specifically designed for MRCPCH candidates and healthcare professionals who seek to enhance their clinical skills in pediatric settings. With a focus on effective history taking and fundamental examination techniques, this book tackles the unique challenges that arise when caring for young patients. Pediatric patients can differ greatly in age and development, making communication and examination a complex task. 'Clinical Examination Skills in Paediatrics' addresses this with clear, concise chapters contributed by a team of pediatric specialists.

Each chapter is tailored to refine your clinical examination skills, from conducting a thorough cardiovascular and respiratory examination to assessing neuromuscular disorders and understanding common conditions such as diabetes and rheumatological ailments. This essential guide not only assists trainees in preparing for their MRCPCH Clinical exam but also equips new doctors with practical knowledge applicable in real-life scenarios.

Additionally, benefit from our companion website featuring high-quality videos demonstrating key techniques and approaches. These resources are enhanced by expert commentary, offering insights into the decision-making process at each stage of the pediatric examination. Perfect for those looking to bolster their confidence and expertise in pediatric medicine, this guide is a must-have.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781118746080
Year: 2020
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 160

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781118746080
Year: 2020
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 160


Description:


Examining children presents unique challenges for trainees and new doctors in paediatrics. Paediatric patients vary greatly in age and development, often find it difficult to describe their symptoms, and can behave unpredictably in clinical settings. Clinical Examination Skills in Paediatrics helps MRCPCH candidates and other practitioners learn effective history taking and fundamental examination techniques.


Clear and concise chapters“with contributions from a team of paediatric specialists“demonstrate the clinical examination and questioning techniques used in daily practice. Emphasis on the intellectual processes involved in decision making assists both trainees preparing for a formal examination as well as new clinicians faced with a difficult diagnostic problem. Topics include cardiovascular and respiratory examination, examining a child with a neuromuscular disorder, musculoskeletal examination, and taking history from a child with diabetes and a rheumatological condition.


Includes access to a companion website containing high-quality videos that demonstrate techniques, procedures and approaches

Features commentary by experienced practitioners which offer observations and deductions at each stage of the examination process

Offers tips for communicating effectively with the patients using appropriate lay terms

Helps translate the symptoms and signs experienced by patients into medical-speak

Covers all the skills tested in the MRCPCH Clinical exam



Clinical Examination Skills in Paediatrics is the perfect study and reference guide for p