(BQ) This text is not offered as the quintessential text on physical examination; it is presented, as the title states, as a handbook of physical examination and practical skills. We also believe that as . health care evolves, so will this text, with requisite changes and adaptations. In this text, the important elements that will not change are those that comprise an appropriate exam and quality care. No matter which discipline the provider represents, quality is critical. | Clinical Examination and Practical Skills Part 1