Videos
Clinical examination
The cardiovascular, respiratory and musculoskeletal system chapters are accompanied by videos. The videos provide a step-by-step explanation of the physical examination procedure, demonstrating how each system examination is performed, what you are looking to elicit and what might be a positive or a negative finding. The videos should not be considered as an alternative to reading each chapter but a method of complementing your knowledge of underlying principles – they provide a demonstration of how the text is put into clinical practice. The reader is encouraged to work through the chapters with colleagues and then test out the procedure for each system on one another prior to examining patients.
Practical procedures
Videos demonstrating important practical procedures are included at the end of relevant chapters. For each procedure, you should know the indications and contraindications and be able to: • Explain the procedure to patients, including possible complications, and gain valid informed consent. • Carry out thorough hand washing and know how/when to use sterile gloves and, when appropriate, masks and protective clothing. • Prepare the required equipment, including a sterile field. • Position the patient and ensure their comfort. Introduction to the videos t xviii hat accompany the book • Adequately prepare the skin using aseptic technique where relevant. • Administer local anaesthetic correctly for the procedure if required. • Recognise, record and be able to undertake emergency management of common complications • Safely dispose of equipment, including sharps.
List of video resources
Chapter 1 History taking and examination
Video 1.1 Venus cannulation and blood taking
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjR1OXgYgKQ
Video 1.2 Venepuncture/phlebotomy using the butterfly system
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cIShcI1CLk
Video 1.3 Preparing an intravenous infusion
Video 1.4 Preparing an antibiotic for intravenous infusion
Chapter 2 The cardiovascular system
Video 2.1 The cardiovascular examination
Video 2.2 Measuring the blood pressure
Video 2.3 Recording an ECG
Video 2.4 Interpreting an ECG
Chapter 3 The respiratory system
Video 3.1 Respiratory examination
Video 3.2 ABG sampling with a local anaesthetic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBAFQdONDaI
Chapter 4 The abdominal examination
Chapter 5 The locomotor system
Video 5.1 The GALS examination
Chapter 6 The nervous system
Video 6.1 Neurological examination
Chapter 7 The female reproductive system
Video 7.1 Inserting a female catheter
Video 7.2 Collecting and testing urine
Chapter 8 The male reproductive system and hernias
Video 8.1 Inserting a male catheter