Symptom To Diagnosis An Evidence Based Guide

Author : Scott D. C. Stern,Adam S. Cifu,Diane Altkorn
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 508 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2009-10-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780071781312

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Symptom to Diagnosis by Scott D. C. Stern,Adam S. Cifu,Diane Altkorn Pdf

An engaging case-based approach to learning the diagnostic process in internal medicine "All clinicians caring for patients, from medical students to residents and attending physicians, are the intended audience. The book is well written for all levels, and the authors are well-respected educators and experts in the field. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service Symptom to Diagnosis teaches you an evidence-based, step-by-step process for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients based on their clinical complaints. By applying this process you will be able to recognize specific diseases and prescribe the most effective therapy. Each chapter is built around a common patient complaint that illustrates essential concepts and provides insight into the process by which the differential diagnosis is identified. Coverage for each disease includes: Textbook Presentation: offers a concise statement of the common or classic presentation of the particular disease Disease Highlights: covers the most pertinent epidemiologic and pathophysiologic information for the disease Evidence-Based Diagnosis: reviews the accuracy of the history, physical exam, laboratory and radiologic tests for the disease. In this unique section, the author points out the findings that help you “rule in” or “rule out” the various diseases. Treatment: details the basics of therapy for the disease discussed Filled with algorithms, summary tables, and questions that direct evaluation, Symptom to Diagnosis is a true must read before your first clinical encounter.

Author : Scott D. C. Stern,Adam S. Cifu,Diane Altkorn
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781260121124

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Symptom to Diagnosis An Evidence Based Guide, Fourth Edition by Scott D. C. Stern,Adam S. Cifu,Diane Altkorn Pdf

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. "This book is a tremendous asset for students and residents learning to develop their diagnostic skills. It can also be useful as a refresher for established clinicians when the more common diagnoses are not the cause of a patient's complaints." —Doody's Review An engaging case-based approach to learning the diagnostic process in internal medicine Symptom to Diagnosis, Fourth Edition teaches an evidence-based, step-by-step process for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients based on their clinical complaints. By applying this process clinicians will be able to recognize specific diseases and prescribe the most effective therapy. Each chapter is built around a common patient complaint that illustrates essential concepts and provides insight into the process by which the differential diagnosis is identified. As the case progresses, clinical reasoning is explained in detail. The differential diagnosis for that particular case is summarized in tables that highlight the clinical clues and important tests for the leading diagnostic hypothesis and alternative diagnostic hypotheses. As the chapter progresses, the pertinent diseases are reviewed. Just as in real life, the case unfolds in a stepwise fashion as tests are performed and diagnoses are confirmed or refuted. Completely updated to reflect the latest research in clinical medicine, this fourth edition is enhanced by algorithms, summary tables, questions that direct evaluation, and an examination of recently developed diagnostic tools and guidelines. Clinical pearls are featured in every chapter. Coverage for each disease includes: Textbook Presentation, Disease Highlights, Evidence-Based Diagnosis, and Treatment.

Author : Scott D. C. Stern,Adam S. Cifu,Diane Altkorn
Publisher : McGraw-Hill
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015060546911

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Symptom to Diagnosis by Scott D. C. Stern,Adam S. Cifu,Diane Altkorn Pdf

This innovative introduction to patient encounters utilizes an evidence-based step-by-step process that teaches students how to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients based on the clinical complaints they present. By applying this approach, students are able to make appropriate judgments about specific diseases and prescribe the most effective therapy. (Product description).

Author : Scott D.C. Stern,Diane Altkorn,Adam S. Cifu
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education / Medical
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2014-10-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0071803440

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Symptom to Diagnosis An Evidence Based Guide, Third Edition by Scott D.C. Stern,Diane Altkorn,Adam S. Cifu Pdf

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Learn the diagnostic process in internal medicine with this engaging, case-based approach A Doody's Core Title for 2019! Symptom to Diagnosis teaches you an evidence-based, step-by-step process for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients based on their clinical complaints.By applying this process, you will be able to recognize specific diseases and prescribe the most effective therapy. Each chapter addresses one common complaint and begins with a case and guidance on how to organize the differential diagnosis. As the case progresses, clinical reasoning is explained in detail. The differential diagnosis for that particular case is summarized in tables that highlight the clinical clues and important tests for the leading diagnostic hypothesis and alternative diagnostic hypotheses. As the chapter progresses, the pertinent diseases are reviewed. Just as in real life, the case unfolds in a step wise fashion as tests are performed and diagnoses are confirmed or refuted. The third edition is enhanced by the addition of five new chapters--Bleeding Disorders, Dysuria, Hematuria, Hypotension, and Sore Throat--as well as a greater emphasis on how to master the process of working from patient level data (signs, symptoms, and laboratory tests). All chapters incorporate the latest research resulting in new and refined approaches to common symptoms encountered in clinical medicine.

Author : Scott Stern,Adam Cifu,Diane Altkorn
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Medical
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Medical
ISBN : UCSD:31822037481561

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Symptom to Diagnosis: An Evidence Based Guide, Second Edition by Scott Stern,Adam Cifu,Diane Altkorn Pdf

This edition teaches you an evidence-based, step-by-step process for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients based on their clinical complaints. By applying this process you will be able to recognize specific diseases and prescribe the most effective therapy. Each chapter is built around a common patient complaint that illustrates essential concepts and provides insight into the process by which the differential diagnosis is identified. Filled with algorithms, summary tables, and questions that direct evaluation.

Author : Scott D. C. Stern,Diane Altkorn,Adam S. Cifu
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Diagnosis
ISBN : OCLC:894357470

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Symptom to Diagnosis by Scott D. C. Stern,Diane Altkorn,Adam S. Cifu Pdf

Author : Scott Stern,Adam Cifu,Diane Altkorn
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 592 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2014-11-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780071803458

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Symptom to Diagnosis An Evidence Based Guide, Third Edition by Scott Stern,Adam Cifu,Diane Altkorn Pdf

Learn the diagnostic process in internal medicine with this engaging, case-based approach Symptom to Diagnosis teaches you an evidence-based, step-by-step process for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients based on their clinical complaints. By applying this process, you will be able to recognize specific diseases and prescribe the most effective therapy. Each chapter addresses one common complaint and begins with a case and guidance on how to organize the differential diagnosis. As the case progresses, clinical reasoning is explained in detail. The differential diagnosis for that particular case is summarized in tables that highlight the clinical clues and important tests for the leading diagnostic hypothesis and alternative diagnostic hypotheses. As the chapter progresses, the pertinent diseases are reviewed. Just as in real life, the case unfolds in a stepwise fashion as tests are performed and diagnoses are confirmed or refuted. The third edition is enhanced by the addition of five new chapters--Bleeding Disorders, Dysuria, Hematuria, Hypotension, and Sore Throat--as well as a greater emphasis on how to master the process of working from patient level data (signs, symptoms, and laboratory tests). All chapters incorporate the latest research resulting in new and refined approaches to common symptoms encountered in clinical medicine.

Author : Scott Stern,Adam Cifu,Diane Altkorn
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 509 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2009-09-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780071496131

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Symptom to Diagnosis: An Evidence Based Guide, Second Edition by Scott Stern,Adam Cifu,Diane Altkorn Pdf

An engaging case-based approach to learning the diagnostic process in internal medicine "All clinicians caring for patients, from medical students to residents and attending physicians, are the intended audience. The book is well written for all levels, and the authors are well-respected educators and experts in the field. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service Symptom to Diagnosis teaches you an evidence-based, step-by-step process for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients based on their clinical complaints. By applying this process you will be able to recognize specific diseases and prescribe the most effective therapy. Each chapter is built around a common patient complaint that illustrates essential concepts and provides insight into the process by which the differential diagnosis is identified. Coverage for each disease includes: Textbook Presentation: offers a concise statement of the common or classic presentation of the particular disease Disease Highlights: covers the most pertinent epidemiologic and pathophysiologic information for the disease Evidence-Based Diagnosis: reviews the accuracy of the history, physical exam, laboratory and radiologic tests for the disease. In this unique section, the author points out the findings that help you “rule in” or “rule out” the various diseases. Treatment: details the basics of therapy for the disease discussed Filled with algorithms, summary tables, and questions that direct evaluation, Symptom to Diagnosis is a true must read before your first clinical encounter.

Author : Vinayak K. Prasad,Adam S. Cifu
Publisher : Johns Hopkins University Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2019-05-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781421429045

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Ending Medical Reversal by Vinayak K. Prasad,Adam S. Cifu Pdf

They outline a comprehensive plan to reform medical education, research funding and protocols, and the process for approving new drugs that will ensure that more of what gets done in doctors' offices and hospitals is truly effective.

Author : Betty J. Ackley,Gail B. Ladwig
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 962 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2010-02-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780323071529

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Nursing Diagnosis Handbook - E-Book by Betty J. Ackley,Gail B. Ladwig Pdf

Use this convenient resource to formulate nursing diagnoses and create individualized care plans! Updated with the most recent NANDA-I approved nursing diagnoses, Nursing Diagnosis Handbook: An Evidence-Based Guide to Planning Care, 9th Edition shows you how to build customized care plans using a three-step process: assess, diagnose, and plan care. It includes suggested nursing diagnoses for over 1,300 client symptoms, medical and psychiatric diagnoses, diagnostic procedures, surgical interventions, and clinical states. Authors Elizabeth Ackley and Gail Ladwig use Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC) and Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) information to guide you in creating care plans that include desired outcomes, interventions, patient teaching, and evidence-based rationales. Promotes evidence-based interventions and rationales by including recent or classic research that supports the use of each intervention. Unique! Provides care plans for every NANDA-I approved nursing diagnosis. Includes step-by-step instructions on how to use the Guide to Nursing Diagnoses and Guide to Planning Care sections to create a unique, individualized plan of care. Includes pediatric, geriatric, multicultural, and home care interventions as necessary for plans of care. Includes examples of and suggested NIC interventions and NOC outcomes in each care plan. Allows quick access to specific symptoms and nursing diagnoses with alphabetical thumb tabs. Unique! Includes a Care Plan Constructor on the companion Evolve website for hands-on practice in creating customized plans of care. Includes the new 2009-2011 NANDA-I approved nursing diagnoses including 21 new and 8 revised diagnoses. Illustrates the Problem-Etiology-Symptom format with an easy-to-follow, colored-coded box to help you in formulating diagnostic statements. Explains the difference between the three types of nursing diagnoses. Expands information explaining the difference between actual and potential problems in performing an assessment. Adds detailed information on the multidisciplinary and collaborative aspect of nursing and how it affects care planning. Shows how care planning is used in everyday nursing practice to provide effective nursing care.

Author : Mark Henderson,Lawrence Tierney,Gerald Smetana
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 738 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2012-07-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780071804202

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The Patient History: Evidence-Based Approach by Mark Henderson,Lawrence Tierney,Gerald Smetana Pdf

The definitive evidence-based introduction to patient history-taking NOW IN FULL COLOR For medical students and other health professions students, an accurate differential diagnosis starts with The Patient History. The ideal companion to major textbooks on the physical examination, this trusted guide is widely acclaimed for its skill-building, and evidence based approach to the medical history. Now in full color, The Patient History defines best practices for the patient interview, explaining how to effectively elicit information from the patient in order to generate an accurate differential diagnosis. The second edition features all-new chapters, case scenarios, and a wealth of diagnostic algorithms. Introductory chapters articulate the fundamental principles of medical interviewing. The book employs a rigorous evidenced-based approach, reviewing and highlighting relevant citations from the literature throughout each chapter. Features NEW! Case scenarios introduce each chapter and place history-taking principles in clinical context NEW! Self-assessment multiple choice Q&A conclude each chapter—an ideal review for students seeking to assess their retention of chapter material NEW! Full-color presentation Essential chapter on red eye, pruritus, and hair loss Symptom-based chapters covering 59 common symptoms and clinical presentations Diagnostic approach section after each chapter featuring color algorithms and several multiple-choice questions Hundreds of practical, high-yield questions to guide the history, ranging from basic queries to those appropriate for more experienced clinicians

Author : American Psychiatric Association
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1245548628

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Mini DSM-III by American Psychiatric Association Pdf

Author : Robert M. Kliegman,Heather Toth,Brett J. Bordini,Donald Basel
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1355 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2022-01-10
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780323761758

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Nelson Pediatric Symptom-Based Diagnosis by Robert M. Kliegman,Heather Toth,Brett J. Bordini,Donald Basel Pdf

Patients don’t present with a disease; they present with symptoms. Using a practical, symptom-based organization, Nelson Pediatric Symptom-Based Diagnosis: Common Diseases and their Mimics, 2nd Edition, offers authoritative guidance on differential diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders in children and adolescents, and covers the symptoms you’re likely to see in practice, their mimics, and uncommon disorders. Drs. Robert M. Kliegman, Heather Toth, Brett J. Bordini, and Donald Basel walk you through what to consider and how to proceed when faced with common symptoms such as cough, fever, headache, autistic-like behaviors, chronic pain, chest pain, gait disturbances, and much more. Begins with a presenting symptom and leads you through differential diagnosis and a concise review of treatment recommendations. Contains more than a dozen new topics including Disease Mimics: An Approach to Undiagnosed Diseases, Autistic-like Behaviors, Shock, Hypertension, Neurocognitive and Developmental Regression, Chronic Pain, Hypertonicity, Movement Disorders, Hypermobility, and more. Features a new focus on symptoms of rarer diseases that are mimics of more common diseases. Offers a user-friendly approach to Altered Mental Status such as coma and other CNS disorders, with numerous clinically useful tables and figures to guide clinical decision making in various care settings. Uses a highly templated format for easy reference and quick answers to clinical questions, with the same consistent presentation in each chapter: History, Physical Examination, Diagnosis (including laboratory tests), Imaging, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Includes numerous full-color illustrations, algorithms, tables, and "red flags" to aid differential diagnosis. Serves as an ideal companion to Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st Edition. Content in this book is referenced and linked electronically to the larger text, providing easy access to full background and evidence-based treatment and management content when you own both references.

Author : Clive Lewis
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-24
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781784511128

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How to Master Workplace and Employment Mediation by Clive Lewis Pdf

Mediation in the workplace is growing in popularity as a dispute resolution option for UK organisations. The management of conflict at work is not easy and this is partly due to there being few practical tools to help. How to Master Workplace and Employment Mediation provides these tools. Key topics covered in How to Master Workplace and Employment Mediation, include: The business case for mediation in the workplace; Setting up an in-house mediation scheme; Making mediation work; Mediation advocacy and representatives in mediation; Mediator skills; The future of workplace mediation; Mediation documentation. How to Master Workplace and Employment Mediation will prove essential reading for anyone involved in workplace and employment mediation, including HR professionals, mediators, lawyers, company secretaries and trade union representatives.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Diagnosis
ISBN : OCLC:656784232

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The Common Symptom Guide by Anonim Pdf