TY  - BOOK
AU  - Jarvis,Carolyn
TI  - Physical examination & health assessment
SN  - 9781416032434
AV  - RC76 .J37 2008
U1  - 616.0754 22
PY  - 2008///]
CY  - St. Louis, Mo.
PB  - Saunders/Elsevier
KW  - Physical diagnosis
KW  - Nursing assessment
KW  - Physical Examination
KW  - methods
KW  - Medical History Taking
KW  - Nursing Assessment
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; Critical thinking in health assessment -- Developmental tasks and health -- Promotion across the life cycle -- Cultural competence : cultural care -- The interview -- The complete health history -- Mental status assessment -- Domestic violence assessment -- Assessment techniques and the clinical setting -- General survey, measurement, vital signs -- Pain assessement : the fifth vital sign -- Nutritional assessment -- Skin, hair, and nails -- Head, face, and neck, including regional lymphatics -- Eyes -- Ears -- Nose, mouth, and throat -- Breasts and regional lymphatics -- Thorax and lungs -- Heart and neck vessels -- Peripheral vascular system and lymphatic system -- Abdomen -- Musculoskeletal system -- Neurologic system -- Male genitourinary system -- Anus, rectum, and prostate -- Female genitourinary system -- The complete health assessment: putting it all together -- Reassessment of the hospitalized adult -- The pregnant female -- Functional assessment of the older adult; Accompanying disc provides supplemental material at a basic level: Case studies -- Adult head-to-toe exam video -- Health promotion guides -- Quick assessments for 20 common conditions
N2  - "Physical Examination & Health Assessment offers a solid foundation on performing physical examinations and health assessment. This text presents the steps of a complete exam in the same logical sequence as performed in practice. A superior art program, clearly delineated sections within chapters, and summary checklists help you learn a comprehensive, effective approach to physical exams."--Jacket
ER  -