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Physical Examination and Health Assessment - Elsevier eBook on Vitalsource (Retail Access Card) (Out of print)

AUTHOR Jarvis, Carolyn
PUBLISHER Saunders (03/14/2011)
PRODUCT TYPE Software (Other)
Description
  • A clear, conversational writing style makes learning easier.
  • A two-column format distinguishes normal findings from abnormal findings, and uses color, step-by-step photos to clarify examination techniques and expected findings.
  • Over 1,000 full-color illustrations present anatomy and physiology, examination techniques, and abnormal findings.
  • Developmental considerations help in caring for patients across the lifespan with age-specific assessment techniques for infants, children, adolescents, pregnant females, and older adults.
  • Abnormal findings tables include over 300 pathology photos to help in recognizing, sorting, and describing abnormalities.
  • Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle boxes enable patient teaching and health promotion while performing the health assessment.
  • An emphasis on cultural competencies reflects today's care considerations for an increasingly diverse patient population.
  • Documentation examples show how to record assessment findings in the patient's chart, using the SOAP format.
  • Summary checklists provide a quick review of examination steps.
  • Spanish-language translations on the inside back cover highlight important phrases for better communication during the physical examination.
  • A companion Evolve website helps you review key content offering case studies with critical thinking questions, printable health promotion handouts, a head-to-toe examination video, heart and lung sounds, audio chapter summaries, and more.
  • 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.
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ISBN-13: 9781455736430
ISBN-10: 1455736430
Content Language: English
Edition Number: 0006
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Page Count: 896
Carton Quantity: 1
Product Dimensions: 5.80 x 0.30 x 8.60 inches
Weight: 0.05 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Illustrated
Country of Origin: US
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BISAC Categories
Medical | Nursing - Assessment & Diagnosis
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  • A clear, conversational writing style makes learning easier.
  • A two-column format distinguishes normal findings from abnormal findings, and uses color, step-by-step photos to clarify examination techniques and expected findings.
  • Over 1,000 full-color illustrations present anatomy and physiology, examination techniques, and abnormal findings.
  • Developmental considerations help in caring for patients across the lifespan with age-specific assessment techniques for infants, children, adolescents, pregnant females, and older adults.
  • Abnormal findings tables include over 300 pathology photos to help in recognizing, sorting, and describing abnormalities.
  • Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle boxes enable patient teaching and health promotion while performing the health assessment.
  • An emphasis on cultural competencies reflects today's care considerations for an increasingly diverse patient population.
  • Documentation examples show how to record assessment findings in the patient's chart, using the SOAP format.
  • Summary checklists provide a quick review of examination steps.
  • Spanish-language translations on the inside back cover highlight important phrases for better communication during the physical examination.
  • A companion Evolve website helps you review key content offering case studies with critical thinking questions, printable health promotion handouts, a head-to-toe examination video, heart and lung sounds, audio chapter summaries, and more.
  • 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.
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Author: Jarvis, Carolyn
Jarvis, Family Nurse Practitioner, Chestnut Health Systems, Bloomington, Illinois--Adjunct Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing, Illinois Wesleyan University.
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