Special02 - The Diagnostic Process 'History-taking and Problem-solving'

This podcast is based on clinical scenarios from the official AMC Handbook of Clinical Assessment published by the Australian Medical Council. All cases are used solely for study and discussion. We provide personal learning insights and clinical interpretations to support AMC candidates in developing their clinical reasoning skills. The AMC Handbook is the intellectual property of the Australian Medical Council. To access the official material, please visit the AMC website.

This episode explores clinical assessment principles, drawing insights relevant to resources like the AMC Handbook of Clinical Assessment. The focus is on the diagnostic process, starting with history-taking, which provides essential evidence. Learn to identify key clues, recognise patterns, and frame the problem. We discuss examiner expectations: assessing hypothesis generation, data gathering, and management planning. Avoid common pitfalls like inefficient data collection. Gain practical tips: listen, structure an enquiry, and be systematic.

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