Washington Manual Internship Survival Guide

The Washington University School of Medicine's Internship Survival Guide provides first-year residents with practical, real-world medical and professional guidance. It is presented in a concise, bullet-formatted format, covering logistical issues, patient and colleague communication, and clinical rotations. It includes checklists and step-by-step instructions for basic procedures and helpful dos and don'ts on workplace issues. The guide also covers patient safety, risk mitigation, fluid management, and overviews of clinical specialties.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 312 pages
\n Publication date: 18 July 2018
\n Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health
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This comprehensive Internship Survival Guide, extensively revised since its previous edition, provides invaluable practical and professional guidance to first-year residents at the Washington University School of Medicine. Compiled by senior residents and faculty advisors, the guide offers concise and actionable advice in a bullet-point format, making it easily digestible for quick understanding. Covering a wide range of topics, it delves into logistical considerations, patient and colleague communication, and navigating clinical rotations.

The guide includes updated explanations of the 10 most common diagnoses and patient complaints, offering key history, important points to remember, and when to seek help. Additionally, a detachable pocket card with step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations of essential procedures is included, empowering interns to master these requirements successfully.

Furthermore, the guide includes helpful checklists on the pocket card, serving as actionable items for interns. It addresses frequently overlooked workplace issues such as patient admission and discharges, as well as effective communication within the medical team. Medical topics covered include patient safety, risk mitigation, fluid management, operation of common devices like EKGs, and overviews of key clinical specialties.

Enhance your eBook reading experience with features such as direct device reading, audiobook conversion, and numerous highlighting and note-taking tools. This comprehensive guide is an essential resource for interns seeking to thrive in their medical training and embark on a successful career in healthcare.

\n Weight: 266g\n
Dimension: 110 x 182 x 19 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781975113285\n
Edition number: 5 ed\n