Interpret findings from medical examinations

Description

Interpret the findings from a patient`s history, clinical examination, radiographic examination, and other diagnostic tests and procedures.

Alternative labels

interpret outcomes of examinations
interpret findings from health examinations
interpret findings from examination
interpret diagnostic tests and procedures
interpret outcomes from investigations
examine diagnostic tests and procedures
interpret findings from investigations
consider findings from examinations
analyse findings from examinations
interpret results from examinations
analyze findings from examinations

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Interpret findings from medical examinations is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Chiropractor: Chiropractors are responsible for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disorders related to the neuromusculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on general health. They are independent primary health care professionals.
Dental practitioner: Dental practitioners prevent, diagnose and treat anomalies and diseases affecting the teeth, mouth, jaws and adjoining tissues.

Optional skill

Interpret findings from medical examinations is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Interpret findings from medical examinations – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022