Seidel's Guide to Physical Examination

Key differences between 8th and 7th editions

• Time lapse between current and previous publications: 4 years (2014 vs 2010).
• The First edition of Seidel's Guide to Physical Examination was written by Henry M. Seidel and published in 1988.
• The 8th Ed. consists of 27 chapters, but is 176 pages thinner.
• Chapter 2 presents new topic "Cultural Humility".
• Chapter 3 presents several new discussions on equipment, including thermometer, sphygmomanometer, portable ultrasound, PanOptic ophthalmoscope, photoscreening, scoliometer.
• New Chapter 4 "Vital Signs and Pain Assessment" groups important, foundational tasks together for easy reference in one location.
• New Chapters on specific body parts and systems:
• 9. Lymphatic System
• 10. Head and Neck
• 11. Eyes
• 12. Ears, Nose, and Throat
• Chapter 22 "Neurologic System" presents fresh topic "Jolt Accentuation of Headache".
• In the chapter 26 "Recording Information" the section "General Guidelines" offers new topics, including EMR Replicating Functions, Organization of the Note, and Organizing the Patient's Health Record with SOAP Notes.