Essential Examination for Advancing Clinical Practice: Step-by-Step Guides to Clinical Examinations with...

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Emma Mellors (Senior Lecturer, Advanced and Specialist Practice - CPD, Faculty of Health Science and Technology, Oxford Brookes University) Vicky MacArthur (Senior Lecturer, Advanced Clinical Practice, Institute of Health, University of Cumbria)

Essential Examination for Advancing Clinical Practice

Step-by-Step Guides to Clinical Examinations with Practical Tips and Key Facts

Emma Mellors (Senior Lecturer, Advanced and Specialist Practice - CPD, Faculty of Health Science and Technology, Oxford Brookes University), Vicky MacArthur (Senior Lecturer, Advanced Clinical Practice, Institute of Health, University of Cumbria)

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Scion Publishing Ltd
10 October 2025

Nursing; Medical study & revision guides

Essential Examination for Advancing Clinical Practice puts the service user’s story at the heart of every physical exam.

Clear, practical, and easy to follow, it shows you what to do, why it matters, and how to explain it with confidence.

Each system-based chapter gives you:

Key presentations and differentials made simple Service user concerns and how to handle them Step-by-step inspection and core examination guides Tips, tricks, and guidance on when to extend the exam Extra notes to boost your background knowledge

Build the confident, adaptable skills you need on the wards and in exams. Perfect for postgraduate OSCE prep and everyday clinical practice.

If you’re examining patients or getting ready for exams, you need Essential Examination for Advancing Clinical Practice.

By: Emma Mellors (Senior Lecturer Advanced and Specialist Practice - CPD Faculty of Health Science and Technology Oxford Brookes University), Vicky MacArthur (Senior Lecturer, Advanced Clinical Practice, Institute of Health, University of Cumbria)
Imprint: Scion Publishing Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 244mm, Width: 172mm, Spine: 10mm
ISBN: 9781914961694
ISBN 10: 1914961692
Pages: 170
Publication Date: 10 October 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Spiral bound
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface; Introduction; How to use this book; Acknowledgements; Abbreviations Examination by System (A–Z) Cardiac Ear, nose & throat (ENT) Gastrointestinal (GI) Musculoskeletal (MSK) Upper limbs Lower limbs Spine General neurological General neurological (inc. upper/lower limbs) Cranial nerves Peripheral vascular (PVS) Respiratory Appendices Lymph nodes General lumps (inc. thyroid, breast, scrotal, hernia) Skin lesions