Bates' Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking

Widely used by both students and practitioners, Bates� Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking provides authoritative, step-by-step guidance on performing the patient interview and physical examination, applying clinical reasoning, shared decision-making, and other core assessment skills�all based on a firm understanding of clinical evidence.\n\nThis highly regarded text includes fully illustrated, step-by-step techniques that outline the correct performance of the physical examination and an easy-to-follow two-column format featuring examination techniques on the left and abnormalities (clearly indicated in red) with differential diagnosis on the right. Bates� also includes a unit on special populations, covering special stages in the life cycle�infancy through adolescence, pregnancy, and aging. Additional ISBNs 9781496350299|9781469893419, 1496350294|146989341X, 9781496350299, 1496350294