Bishop Stuart University Catalog

Physical examination & health assessment /

Jarvis, Carolyn,

Physical examination & health assessment / Physical examination and health assessment Jarvis physical examination & health assessment Carolyn Jarvis with Ann Eckhardt - Eighth edition - xix, 870 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index

Assessment of the whole person: Evidence-based assessment -- Cultural assessment -- The interview -- The complete health history -- Mental status assessment -- Substance use assessment -- Domestic and family violence assessment -- Approach to the Clinical Setting: Assessment techniques and safety in the clinical setting -- General survey and measurement -- Vital signs -- Pain assessment -- Nutrition assessment -- Physical Examination: Skin, hair, and nails -- Head, face, neck, and regional lymphatics -- Eyes -- Ears -- Nose, mouth, and throat -- Breasts, axillae, 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 -- Integration: putting it all together: The complete health assessment: adult -- The complete physical assessment: infant, young child, and adolescent -- Bedside assessment and electronic documentation -- The pregnant woman -- Functional assessment of the older adult

"With an easy-to-follow approach and unmatched learning support, Jarvis' physical examination and health assessment, 8th edition is the most authoritative, complete, and easily-implemented solution for health assessment courses 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 of health assessment skills and physical examination." -- Provided by publisher

9780323510806 0323510809

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Physical diagnosis
Nursing assessment

616.0754

WB 205 / J38p 2020

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