Textbook of physical diagnosis
Subtitle: history and examination
By: Mark H Swartz.
Edition: 6th ed.
Publisher: Saunders
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Philadelphia, PA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 928
ISBN-13: 9781416062035
Subjects: Physical diagnosis -- Textbooks; Diagnosis; Medical History Taking; Physical Examination
Genres: Textbooks.
Description: Despite the advanced technologies at our disposal today, a complete health history and physical examination remain the most crucial diagnostic tools in any healthcare practitioner's arsenal. For nearly two decades, Dr. Swartz's textbook has shown readers how to derive the maximum diagnostic information from interviewing and examining patients. Using a compassionate, humanistic approach, Dr. Swartz explores how cultural differences can influence communication, diet, family relationships, and health practices and beliefs, and demonstrates that your interpersonal awareness is just as essential in physical diagnosis as your level of technical skill.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.