Physical Examination and Health Assessment

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 1,200
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. 1,200 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 today’s 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 completion programs provide a
refresher for seasoned nurses returning to the classroom. A holistic approach
to assessment accommodates the diverse types of patients that you will
encounter in the real world: Documentation and Critical Thinking sections
provide real-world clinical examples of specific patients and how to record
assessment findings in the patient’s chart, using the SOAP format. Promoting a
Healthy Lifestyle boxes enable patient teaching and health promotion while
performing the health assessment, and now address the key concept of
prevention. Developmental Competence sections provide age-specific assessment
techniques for infants, children, adolescents, pregnant women, and older
adults. Culture and Genetics sections include biocultural and transcultural
information on an increasingly diverse patient population. Spanish-language
translations highlight important phrases for improved data gathering and
communication during the physical examination with Spanish-speaking
patients.NEW evidence-based guidelines reflect a focus on conducting the most
effective, qualitative exams.NEW Substance Abuse Assessment chapter addresses
this increasingly critical aspect of holistic patient assessments.100 new
photos of step-by-step examination techniques include all-new exam panoramas
for key systems. 100 new abnormal findings photos provide instant visual cues
for findings that are unexpected or that require referral for follow-up
care.Expanded chapter on assessment of the hospitalized adult provides a
focused assessment of the patient in the hospital setting.New content on
obesity provides current information on this growing health problem. Read more

Features:

Product Details:

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Saunders; 7th edition (February 18, 2015)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 896 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 7
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 07
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.46 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 1.25 x 11.5 inches
• Best Sellers Rank: #628,383 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #30 in Nursing Assessment #168 in Nursing Assessment & Diagnosis (Books)
• #30 in Nursing Assessment