Writing a History and Physical, 1st Edition
Central to providing excellent patient care is excellent communication, for which a well-written History and Physical is crucial. This book is a step-by-step guide to help medical students, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, etc. write a comprehensive, clear, and useful History and Physical. Writing an effective History and Physical is as much an art as science, and this handy guide provides a roadmap for organizing facts in a logical and well-constructed fashion. The text also presents an abridged version for quick reference and a valuable section on how to write daily progress notes.
Central to providing excellent patient care is excellent communication, for which a well-written History and Physical is crucial. This book is a step-by-step guide to help medical students, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, etc. write a comprehensive, clear, and useful History and Physical. Writing an effective History and Physical is as much an art as science, and this handy guide provides a roadmap for organizing facts in a logical and well-constructed fashion. The text also presents an abridged version for quick reference and a valuable section on how to write daily progress notes.
Key Features
- The author's tips pearls, and advice help the reader navigate the principles and goals of the History and Physical
- Contains more explanations, tips and advice than existing books for what to include and why
- Memorable good and bad examples reinforce themes in the text
Author Information
By Jeffrey L. Greenwald, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA
