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This comprehensive reference thoroughly discusses the objective and subjective determination of disability. Organized by region/system, it includes pathological conditions and common occupationally related injuries, methods of physical examination, radiographic testing and interpretation, disability ratings, and work rating information. Also includes information on working with allied professions.
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Intended as a primary reference source for disability-oriented evaluation protocols and techniques, encompassing both medical and nonmedical aspects evaluation. Physicians and medically-based readers are helped to understand the nonmedical components by a review of the background and mechanics of the impairment evaluation process for each organ system, and a matrix for matching specific job skills with functional capabilities. For nonmedical users of medical information, the book offers understanding of the nature, purpose, content, and limitations of the medical impairment examination so they can ask physicians appropriate questions and understand the answers. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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