Systematic musculoskeletal examinations [electronic resource] / [edited by] George V. Lawry.

Contributor(s):

Lawry, George V [ed.]

Material type: Text

TextSeries: McGraw-Hill's AccessMedicinePublication details: New York, N.Y. : McGraw-Hill Education LLC., c2012.Edition: 1st edDescription: vii, 288 p. : ill., figs., tablesISBN:

0071794360
00771745211 (print-ISBN)
1280679492 (e-ISBN)
9780071745215 (print-ISBN)
9780071794367
9781280679490 (e-ISBN)

Other title:

Systematic musculoskeletal examinations

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Additional physical formats: Online version: : Systematic musculoskeletal examinations . DDC classification:

616.70076 23

LOC classification:

RC925.7 .L39 2012

NLM classification:

2011 L-349
WE 17

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Contents:

Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. The Screening Musculoskeletal Examination -- Chapter 3. The General Musculoskeletal Examination -- Chapter 4. The Regional Musculoskeletal Examination of the Shoulder -- Chapter 5. The Regional Musculoskeletal Examination of the Knee -- Chapter 6. The Regional Musculoskeletal Examination of the Neck -- Chapter 7. The Regional Musculoskeletal Examination of the Low Back -- Chapter 8. Suggested References.

Abstract: "A thorough introductory guide to the techniques of the musculoskeletal examination Systematic Musculoskeletal Examinations is a clear, step-by-step learning text and atlas designed to teach essential and foundational skills of musculoskeletal physical assessment. Utilizing concise, easy-to-follow text and hundreds of outstanding photographs, this is an important resource for students, residents in training, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and practicing physicians seeking an organized approach to performing practical, problem-focused musculoskeletal physical examinations.Systematic Musculoskeletal Examinations presents a 3-part learning system: 1. Screening Musculoskeletal Examination (SMSE): rapid assessment of structure and function 2. General Musculoskeletal Examination (GMSE): comprehensive assessment of joint inflammation and arthritis 3. Regional Musculoskeletal Examination (RMSE): focused assessments of structure and function combined with special testing of the shoulder, knee, and neck and low back Each chapter is similarly organized to include: Introduction, Clinical Utility and Objectives; Essential Concepts and Clinical History; Overview and Component Parts of the Examination; a Practice Checklist, and brief descriptions of Common Clinical Problems. Superb photographs support the text and enhance the learning process"--Provided by publisher.

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"A thorough introductory guide to the techniques of the musculoskeletal examination Systematic Musculoskeletal Examinations is a clear, step-by-step learning text and atlas designed to teach essential and foundational skills of musculoskeletal physical assessment. Utilizing concise, easy-to-follow text and hundreds of outstanding photographs, this is an important resource for students, residents in training, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and practicing physicians seeking an organized approach to performing practical, problem-focused musculoskeletal physical examinations.Systematic Musculoskeletal Examinations presents a 3-part learning system: 1. Screening Musculoskeletal Examination (SMSE): rapid assessment of structure and function 2. General Musculoskeletal Examination (GMSE): comprehensive assessment of joint inflammation and arthritis 3. Regional Musculoskeletal Examination (RMSE): focused assessments of structure and function combined with special testing of the shoulder, knee, and neck and low back Each chapter is similarly organized to include: Introduction, Clinical Utility and Objectives; Essential Concepts and Clinical History; Overview and Component Parts of the Examination; a Practice Checklist, and brief descriptions of Common Clinical Problems. Superb photographs support the text and enhance the learning process"--Provided by publisher.

Also issued in Online and PDF version.

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