Pediatric Physical Examination
An Illustrated Handbook
- 4th Edition - November 2, 2023
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Authors: Karen G. Duderstadt, Victoria F. Keeton
- Language: English
- Spiral-bound ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 8 3 1 5 5 - 0
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 3 0 8 2 - 6
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Known for its accuracy, consistency, and portability, Pediatric Physical Examination: An Illustrated Handbook, 4th Edition teaches the unique range of skills that Nurse Practitioners and primary care providers need to assess children of all ages. Spiral-bound for quick reference in clinical settings, this photo-rich, step-by-step guide to physical examination prepares you to expertly examine children from birth through adolescence. Body system chapters begin with fetal development and take you through the key developmental stages of childhood. This edition features new sections with Telehealth Tips and Considerations for Special Populations in many chapters, as well as expanded coverage of maltreatment, mental health, and social disparities of health.
Known for its accuracy, consistency, and portability, Pediatric Physical Examination: An Illustrated Handbook, 4th Edition teaches the unique range of skills that Nurse Practitioners and primary care providers need to assess children of all ages. Spiral-bound for quick reference in clinical settings, this photo-rich, step-by-step guide to physical examination prepares you to expertly examine children from birth through adolescence. Body system chapters begin with fetal development and take you through the key developmental stages of childhood. This edition features new sections with Telehealth Tips and Considerations for Special Populations in many chapters, as well as expanded coverage of maltreatment, mental health, and social disparities of health.
- Expert guidance for the pediatric physical exam employs the "quiet-to-active" approach, starting with the listening parts of the physical exam and moving on to the hands-on components, the physical assessment approach that yields the best results in the pediatric age group.
- Quick-reference features include special tables/boxes, such as Information Gathering, Conditions, Pediatric Pearls, Red Flags, Interprofessional Collaboration Notes, Evidence-Based Practice, and EHR Documentation.
- Easy-to-use layout provides quick access to concise guidance for the pediatric physical exam.
- Richly illustrated, full-color format facilitates readability and learning with more than 300 photos and line drawings of assessment techniques and common assessment findings.
- Inclusive and ethnically diverse illustrations better represent the diverse populations pediatric health care providers work with every day.
Nurse Practitioner students in master's programs, Nurse Practitioner students in Doctor of Nursing Practice programs, Clinical Nurse Specialist students
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contributors
- Reviewers
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Unit I: Pediatric General Assessment
- Chapter 1. Approach to Care and Assessment of Children and Adolescents
- Abstract
- Unique Role of the Pediatric Provider
- Establishing a Caring Relationship
- Caregiver and Child Interaction
- A Child’s Perspective
- Cultural Humility
- Interviewing Children
- The Importance of Physical Examination
- “Quiet to Active” Approach to the Physical Examination
- Developmental Approach to Assessment
- Telehealth Assessment
- References
- Chapter 2. Assessment of Growth and Vital Signs
- Abstract
- Growth
- Measurement and Interpretation of Growth
- Vital Signs
- Physical Assessment Techniques
- References
- Chapter 3. Developmental, Emotional, and Behavioral Surveillance and Screening
- Abstract
- Developmental Surveillance
- Developmental, Emotional, and Behavioral Health Conditions
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Developmental, Emotional, and Behavioral Surveillance and Screening
- References
- Chapter 4. Comprehensive Information Gathering
- Abstract
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Cultural Humility and Equity
- Family Health History
- Family-Centered History
- Components of Information Gathering
- Information Gathering of Subjective Data
- Comprehensive Health History
- Activities of Daily Living
- Interests/Hobbies/Sports
- Safety
- Developmental History
- Children With Special Health Care Needs and Medical Complexity
- Adolescent Psychosocial History and Confidentiality
- References
- Chapter 5. Environmental Health History
- Abstract
- Environmental Health
- Physiologic Vulnerabilities
- Developmental Vulnerabilities
- Sources of Environmental Toxins
- Environmental Health Screening History
- Lead and Chemical Exposures
- Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals and Pesticides
- Diagnostics
- Resources
- Summary of Environmental Health Screening
- References
- Chapter 6. Newborn Assessment
- Abstract
- Fetal Transition
- Information Gathering of Prenatal and Birth History
- Assessment of Gestational Age
- Physical Assessment
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Unit II: System-Specific Assessment
- Chapter 7. Skin Assessment
- The Microbiome and Gut-Skin Axis
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Developmental Variations
- Physiological Variations
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Skin Conditions
- Documentation
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 8. Heart and Vascular Assessment
- Embryological Development
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Physiological Variations
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Common Diagnostic Tests
- Cardiac Symptoms
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 9. Chest and Respiratory Assessment
- Abstract
- Embryological Development
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Physiological Variations
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Physical Examination
- Diagnostics
- Chest and Respiratory Conditions
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 10. Eyes
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Development of Vision
- Developmental and Physiologic Variations
- Anatomy and Physiology
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Eye Conditions
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Eye Examination
- References
- Chapter 11. Ears
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Developmental Variations
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Hearing Loss
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Ear Cerumen
- Hearing Assessment
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Weber and Rinne Hearing Screening Tests
- Ear Conditions
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 12. Nose, Mouth, and Throat
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Developmental Variations
- Anatomy and Physiology
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Nose, Mouth, and Throat Conditions
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 13. Neck and Lymphatic System Assessment
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Developmental Variations
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Physiologic Variations in the Lymphatic System
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Diagnostics
- Assessment for Child Maltreatment
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 14. Abdomen and Rectum
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Physiologic Variations
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 15. Penis, Testicles, and Scrotum
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Physiologic Variations
- Preparation for genitourinary assessment
- Care for Transgender and Gender-Diverse Youth
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Sexual Abuse
- Difference of Sex Development
- Conditions of the Penis, Testes, and/or Scrotum
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 16. Breast
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Prepubertal Physiologic Variations
- Physiologic Variations
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Special Considerations During Breast Development
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 17. Vulva, Vagina, and Internal Pelvic Assessment
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Developmental and Physiologic Variations
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Special Considerations During Genital Assessment
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 18. Musculoskeletal Assessment
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Developmental Variations
- Anatomy And Physiology
- Physiologic Variations
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Preparticipation Sports Physical
- Sports Injuries
- Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Chapter 19. Head and Neurological System
- Abstract
- Embryologic Development
- Developmental Variations
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Central Nervous System
- Physiological Variations
- System-Specific History
- Physical Assessment
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Neurologic Conditions
- Maltreatment
- Telehealth Tips
- Summary of Examination
- References
- Index
- Average Weight, Length/Height, And Head Circumference Gains in Infancy Through Early Childhood
- Edition: 4
- Published: November 2, 2023
- Imprint: Elsevier
- No. of pages: 416
- Language: English
- Spiral-bound ISBN: 9780323831550
- eBook ISBN: 9780323930826
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Karen G. Duderstadt
Affiliations and expertise
Clinical Professor and Coordinator of PNP Specialty,University of California San FranciscoVK
Victoria F. Keeton
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing, University of California, Davis 2570 48th St., Sacramento, CA 95817