Osce & Clinical Skills Handbook

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Item#: 9781926648156
Edition 02
Author Hurley, Katrina F
 


Most medical schools use this form of evaluation as early of the first year of medicine. This text was designed as a study aid for medical students preparing for clinical skills exams. Colour insert added featuring dermatology photos for practical clinical use. Increase use of evidence-based examination skills where possible. Skills differentiated into essential skills and advanced skills. Enhanced coverage of general women's health in OB/GYN chapter.

Table of Contents
Introduction

What is an OSCE?

How is an OSCE Graded?

How Should I Prepare for an OSCE?


How To Use This Book

Professionalism

Communication

Cross-Cultural Communication

Breaking Bad News

Medical History

Documentation

Summative Objectives

Abbreviations


Chapter 1: Cardiovascular System

Chapter 2: Respiratory System

Chapter 3: Gastrointestinal System

Chapter 4: Genitourinary System

Chapter 5: Nervous System

Chapter 6: Musculoskeletal System

Chapter 7: Dermatology

Chapter 8: Hematology

Chapter 9: Endocrinology

Chapter 10: Psychiatry

Chapter 11: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Chapter 12: Pediatrics

Chapter 13: Geriatrics

Chapter 14: Ethics

Appendix A: Sample In-Depth OSCE Case