Physical Examination and Health Assessment

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With an easy-to-follow approach and unmatched learning support, Jarvis’s Physical Examination and Health Assessment, 8th Edition isthe most authoritative, complete, and easily implemented solution for health assessment in nursing. This tightly integrated learning package continues to center on Carolyn Jarvis’s trademark clear, logical, and holistic approach to physical examination and health assessment across the patient lifespan. It’s packed with vivid illustrations, step-by-step guidance and evidence-based content to provide a complete approach to health assessment skills and physical examination. With a fresh focus on today’s need-to-know information, the 8th edition integrates QSEN and interprofessional collaboration, features enhanced inclusion of LGBTQ considerations, includes a new standalone Vital Signs chapter, and provides enhanced EHR and documentation content.The most trusted name in health assessment for nurses, now in its 8th edition!A clear, conversational, step-by-step, evidence-based approach to physical examination and health assessment of patients throughout the lifespanA consistent format from chapter to chapter features sections on Structure and Function, Subjective Data, Objective Data, Documentation and Critical Thinking, and Abnormal Findings to help you learn to assess systematicallyUPDATED! An unsurpassed collection of more than 1,100 full-color illustrations has been updated to vividly showcase anatomy and physiology, examination techniques, and abnormal findingsEnhanced content on the electronic health record, charting, and narrative recording exemplify how to document assessment findings using state-of-the-art systems with time-tested thoroughnessEngaging learning resources include assessment video clips; NCLEX® Exam review questions; case studies with critical thinking activities; audio clips of heart, lung, and abdominal sounds; assessment checklists, and much morePromoting a Healthy Lifestyle boxes present opportunities for patient teaching and health promotion while performing the health assessmentDevelopmental Competence sections highlight content specific to infants, children, adolescents, pregnant women, and older adultsCulture and Genetics sections include information on biocultural and transcultural variations in an increasingly diverse patient populationNEW! Standalone Vital Signs chapter and refocused nutrition content include an expanded emphasis on the national epidemic of obesityNEW! Enhanced integration of QSEN and interprofessional collaboration emphasize how to ensure patient safety during the physical exam and how to collaborate with other health professionals to promote optimal healthNEW! Enhanced inclusion of LGBTQ issues and revamped and refocused Cultural Assessment chapter equip you with the skills to practice with greater sensitivity and inclusivityNEW! Health Promotion and Patient Teaching sections underscore the unique role of nurses (especially advanced practice nurses) in health promotion Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Saunders

Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 18, 2019

Edition ‏ : ‎ 8th

Language ‏ : ‎ English

Print length ‏ : ‎ 896 pages

ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323510809

ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 06

Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4 pounds

Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.25 x 1.25 x 11.5 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #99,726 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #12 in Nursing Assessment #59 in Nursing Assessment & Diagnosis (Books)