Physical examination & health assessment / Carolyn Jarvis, PhD, APN, CNP.

Author/creator Jarvis, Carolyn
Format Book
PublicationSt. Louis, Mo. : Elsevier, [2016]
Descriptionxv, 874 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Subjects
Physical diagnosis.
Nursing assessment.
Physical Examination--methods.
Medical History Taking--methods.
Nursing Assessment--methods.

Variant title Physical examination and health assessment
Contents Evidence-based assessment -- Cultural competence -- The interview -- The complete health history -- Mental status assessment -- Substance use assessment -- Domestic and family violence assessments -- Assessment techniques and safety in the clinical setting -- General survey, measurement, vital signs -- Pain assessment: 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: adult -- The complete physical assessment: infant, child, and adolescent -- Bedside assessment and electronic health recording -- The pregnant woman -- Functional assessment of the older adult.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN9781455728107
ISBN1455728101

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Laupus Books - Stacks WB 205 J383P 2016 ✔ Available Place Hold
Laupus Books - Stacks WB 205 J383P 2016 ✔ Available Place Hold