General Considerations The skin, which is the largest organ of the body, is one of the best indicators of general health. Even a person without medical training is capable of detecting changes in skin color and texture. The trained examiner…
Video 7.1 Counseling a Patient about Health Issues Nutrition is one of the most important factors regarding development and treatment of disease in individuals because it affects almost every system. It has been shown that dietary habits contribute in important…
The Basic Procedures In the previous chapters, the general rules for mastering the art of taking the history are discussed. The specific skills necessary to perform a proper physical examination are discussed in this chapter. The four principles of physical…
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General Considerations Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) includes a group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products, taken from around the world, that fall outside the realm of conventional medicine. Many aspects of CAM are rooted in…
Responses to Illness Health is characterized by a state of well-being, enthusiasm, and energetic pursuit of life's goals. Illness is characterized by feelings of discomfort, helplessness, and a diminished interest in the future. Once patients recognize that they are ill…
Basic Principles Good communication skills are the foundation of excellent medical care. Even with the exciting new technology that has appeared since 2000, communicative behavior is still paramount in the care of patients. Studies have shown that good communication improves…