Ideal for quick reference in the clinical setting, this portable companion to Carolyn Jarvis' Physical Examination and Health Assessment, 6th Edition summarizes essential assessment skills and techniques for the most effective physical examinations. Access full-color pathology photos and illustrations, health history, examination steps for each body system, normal versus abnormal findings, lifespan and cross-cultural considerations, related nursing diagnoses, and summary checklists anytime you need them with this convenient clinical tool. INDICE: 1. The Interview and the Health History2. Mental Status3. Assessment Techniques and the Clinical Setting4. The General Survey, Measurement, Vital Signs, and Pain Assessment5. Skin, Hair, and Nails6. Head, Face, and Neck, Including Regional Lymphatics7. Eyes8. Ears9. Nose, Mouth, and Throat10. Breasts and Axillae, Including Regional Lymphatics11. Thorax and Lungs12. Heart and Neck Vessels13. Peripheral Vascular System and Lymphatics14. Abdomen15. Musculoskeletal System16. Neurologic System17. Male Genitourinary System18. Female Genitourinary System19. Anus, Rectum, and Prostate20. Integration of the Complete Physical Examination21. Bedside Assessment of the Hospitalized Patient
- ISBN: 978-0-323-26537-9
- Editorial: Saunders
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 304
- Fecha Publicación: 30/03/2015
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés