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A Handbook of Hospital Practice: Or an Introduction to the Practical Study of Medicine at the Bedside (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Robert D. Lyons

 
9781334646188: A Handbook of Hospital Practice: Or an Introduction to the Practical Study of Medicine at the Bedside (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book, written by a medical doctor, is an introduction to clinical medicine for students who intend to practice in countries that use English as a main language for medical education. The author designed the book with the belief that a well-structured approach to observing and recording the symptoms and signs of disease as presented by the patient at the bedside is the essential foundation of medical practice. This preliminary step is fundamental to being able to interpret, utilize, and record information, which is then used to observe the progress of disease and to determine its outcome. The author's intention is to provide medical students with the tools, using a set of carefully designed case forms and detailed notes, to help them develop good habits of observation and note-taking. These tools help the novice to move efficiently through a structured and detailed examination of the patient, ensuring they cover all aspects of the patient's condition, which allows for the collection of accurate, important patient data, leading to a more precise diagnosis and more effective treatment. The book provides a valuable overview of how to conduct a clinical patient examination in order to form an accurate diagnosis and prognosis, and indicates the steps to be taken to record, manage, and evaluate the patient's progress. It is an essential guide for medical students and provides a solid foundation in the practical application of their knowledge.

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