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OSCE AND CLINICAL SKILLS HANDBOOK
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By
Katrina Hurley, MD, BSc, Emergency Medicine Resident, Dalhousie University, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Description
Developed to be a unique study guide for medical students preparing for their OSCE examinations. It summarizes important history and physical examination skills and is a practical review for all level of medical students. The book is organized by major body systems, and is designed to facilitate both individual and group study. It also includes samples OSCE scenarios and checklists.

Audience
Medical students, interns and residents preparing for OSCE exams

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: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Chapter 11: Psychiatry
Chapter 12: Pediatrics
Chapter 13: Geriatrics
Chapter 14: Ethics
Appendix A: Sample In-Depth OSCE Case
Appendix B: OSCE Checklist Template


Bibliographic details
Paperback, 432 pages, publication date: MAY-2005
ISBN-13: 978-0-7796-9902-5
ISBN-10: 0-7796-9902-5
Imprint: SAUNDERS


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