1

The Interview and Health History

1

2

Mental Status

11

3

Assessment Techniques and the Clinical Setting

17

4

The General Survey, Measurement, Vital Signs, and Pain Assessment

23

5

Skin, Hair, and Nails

35

6

Head, Face, and Neck, Including Regional Lymphatics

57

7

Eyes

65

8

Ears

81

9

Nose, Mouth, and Throat

91

10

Breasts and Axillae, Including Regional Lymphatics

105

11

Thorax and Lungs

117

12

Heart and Neck Vessels

133

13

Peripheral Vascular System and Lymphatics

151

14

Abdomen

163

15

Musculoskeletal System

177

16

Neurologic System

197

17

Male Genitourinary System

221

18

Female Genitourinary System

233

19

Anus, Rectum, and Prostate

249

20

Integration of the Complete Physical Examination

255

21

Bedside Assessment of the Hospitalized Adult

267

Illustration Credits

277

References

279

Index

281