Designed for quick reference in the clinical setting, this portable companion to the author's Physical Examination and Health Assessment, 7th Edition summarizes essential assessment skills and techniques for the most effective physical examinations. It provides full-color pathology photos and illustrations, health history, examination steps for each body system, normal versus abnormal findings, developmental and cultural competencies, lifespan and cross-cultural considerations, related nursing diagnoses, and summary checklists. In addition, the Bedside Assessment of the Hospitalized Patient chapter outlines the pertinent assessment steps specific to this patient population--Publisher's description.
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This portable clinical guide helps you conduct more effective exams by referring to summaries of examination steps, normal versus abnormal findings, lifespan and multicultural considerations, and over 200 full-colour photos and ...
Written by renowned educator and clinician Dr. Carolyn Jarvis, now joined by co-author Dr. Ann L. Eckhardt, this companion handbook is an ideal clinical tool whether you’re a beginner who is learning health assessment skills or a ...
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Pocket Companion for Physical Examination and Health Assessment
This portable clinical guide helps you conduct more effective exams by referring to summaries of examination steps, normal versus abnormal findings, lifespan and multicultural considerations, and over 200 full-colour photos and ...
Written by renowned educator and clinician Dr. Carolyn Jarvis, now joined by co-author Dr. Ann L. Eckhardt, this companion handbook is an ideal clinical tool whether you're a beginner who is learning health assessment skills or a ...
It includes Jarvis' Pocket Companion for Physical Examination & Health Assessment 5th edition and an electronic version of the Pocket Companion that allows students to search, highlight information, take notes, share notes and more.
UPDATED! Content corresponds to the 9th edition of the Jarvis textbook and represents the latest research and evidence-based practice. NEW!
With added content on the electronic health record, charting, paediatrics, pregnant and aging adult patients, and narrative recording, this handbook is a perfect clinical tool whether you're a beginner who is learning assessment skills or a ...