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Acute Medicine

A Symptom-Based Approach

Zoe Fritz editor Stephen Haydock editor Duncan Whitehead editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:30th Oct '14

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This book covers all 67 acute medical presentations specified by the Royal College of Physicians for training in acute and general medicine.

Describes the basic science, clinical presentation and management of the 67 common acute medical presentations stipulated in the Royal College of Physicians syllabus for junior and middle grade doctors training in all medical specialties. Discussion of case scenarios explains decision-making rationale, allowing readers to apply their knowledge to other situations.This practical book describes the basic science, clinical presentation and management of the 67 common acute medical presentations stipulated in the Royal College of Physicians syllabus for Core Medical Training and Acute Core Common Stem. • Case scenarios are included for each presentation, and guidance about management is offered in the context of national guidelines and important studies • Experienced clinicians describe their approach to common difficult problems and explain the answers to questions often asked on the ward round by successive generations of trainees • Chapters highlight key decisions that need to be made early, common misunderstandings, and risks • Detailed discussion provides an understanding of the rationale, allowing the reader to apply their knowledge to other situations • Guidance is provided on urgency of referral, safe ambulatory management, and when to seek specialist help. This is an essential resource that provides readers with the knowledge base to practise as a confident medical registrar.

ISBN: 9781107633575

Dimensions: 247mm x 190mm x 22mm

Weight: 1110g

527 pages