1ST PART OF APPROACH TO CLINICAL PROBLEMS SOLVING

dear 6th yr student feel free for any queries or questions and active participation is hoped from all of the members in our group for the best benefit

How to Approach Clinical Problems

? Part 1. Approach to the Patient
? Part 2. Approach to Clinical Problem Solving
? Part 3. Approach to Reading

Part 1. Approach to the Patient
The transition from textbook and/or journal article learning to the application
of the information in a specific clinical situation is one of the most challenging
tasks in medicine. It requires retention of information, organization of the facts,
and recall of a myriad of data in precise application to the patient. The purpose
of this lecture is to facilitate this process. The first step is gathering information,
also known as establishing the database. This includes taking the history; performing
the physical examination; and obtaining selective laboratory examinations or
special evaluations, such as urodynamic testing and/or imaging tests. Of these,
the historical examination is the most important and useful. Sensitivity and
respect should always be exercised during the interview of patients.