Physical Health Health Assessment Physical ExaminationProduct Description
With an easy-to-read approach and unmatched learning resources Physical Examination & Health Assessment 7th Edition offers a clear logical and holistic approach to physical exams across the lifespan. A total of 1200 illustrations checklists of key exam steps and practical insights ensure that you learn all the physical exam skills you need to know. Written by Carolyn Jarvis an experienced educator and clinician this gold standard in physical examination reflects what is going on in nursing today with coverage of emerging trends and the latest on evidence-based practice. It's easy to see why this text is far and away #1 in this field!
- A clear logical and streamlined approach simplifies content and helps you learn to perform the complete health assessment:
- The conversational easy-to-understand writing style
makes learning easier. - A two-column format distinguishes normal findings from abnormal findings and uses step-by-step photos to clarify examination techniques and expected findings.
- 1200 full-color illustrations present anatomy and physiology examination techniques and abnormal findings.
- Abnormal findings tables include more than 300 pathophysiology photos to help in recognizing sorting and describing abnormalities.
Comprehensive coverage reflects the realities of todays nursing practice: - NEW content on the Electronic Health Record charting and narrative recording provides examples of how to document assessment findings.
- 150?NEW normal and abnormal examination photos for the nose mouth throat thorax and pediatric assessment show findings that are unexpected or that require referral for follow-up care with cultural diversity and developmental variations.
- UPDATED evidence-based practice content is highlighted and reflects a focus on conducting the most effective accurate examinations.
- UPDATED case studies provide opportunities to apply your knowledge and develop your analytical skills.
- Checklists for use in RN-to-BSN comple