History taking and Physical Examination Modules
Examination of the Abdomen
Last Updated: 5 September 2024This unit is intended for training in the techniques of inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation. This examination can give diagnostic clues regarding most gastrointestinal and genitourinary pathologies and may also give insight regarding abnormalities of other organ systems. Abdominal Landmarks Approach to patient Abdominal observation
Examination of the Heart
Last Updated: 5 September 2024Surface Anatomy of Heart and Related Cardiac Structures The heart is located in the central thorax between the two lungs. The upper border of the heart is at the level of the sternal angle. Inferiorly, it lies on the upper surface of the central tendon of the diaphragm, just below the junction of the sternum...
Introduction to History Taking Skills
Last Updated: 5 September 2024A1.01 Introduction to History Taking Skills History taking is considered a basic clinical skill for clinicians. Data obtained from history taking are essential and important for making an accurate diagnosis.However, this skill is difficult for students to learn and develop in the beginning. In this module we provide the lecture that can help you with...
