Physical Examination and Health Assessment

9th Edition - January 3, 2023
Authors: Carolyn Jarvis, Ann L. Eckhardt
Language: English
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9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 8 2 7 7 9 - 9
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9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 8 0 9 8 4 - 9
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With an easy-to-follow approach and unmatched learning support, Jarvis's Physical Examination and Health Assessment, 9th Edition is the most widely used, authoritative, complete, and easily implemented learning solution for health assessment in nursing. This hub of a tightly integrated learning package continues to center on Carolyn Jarvis's 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 and physical examination. With an enhanced focus on today's need-to-know information, the 9th edition integrates concepts from the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) initiative, concepts of interprofessional collaboration, enhanced transgender considerations, and integrated content and electronic resources for success on the Next Generation NCLEX®.

Cover image
Title page
Disclaimer
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
About the Author
Contributors
Reviewer
Preface
Acknowledgments
Chapter Organization
Unit 1. Assessment of The Whole Person
Chapter 1. Evidence-Based Assessment
Genetics and Environment
Chapter 2. Cultural Assessment
Developmental Competence
Chapter 3. The Interview
Developmental Competence
INTERVIEWING PEOPLE WITH DISTINCT NEEDS
Chapter 4. The Complete Health History
Developmental Competence
Chapter 5. Mental Status Assessment
Structure and Function
Objective Data
Documentation And Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Mental Status Assessment
Chapter 6. Substance Use Assessment
Genetics and Environment
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Abnormal Findings
Chapter 7. Family Violence and Human Trafficking
Genetics and Environment
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Abnormal Findings
Unit 2. Approach to The Clinical Setting
Chapter 8. Assessment Techniques and Safety in the Clinical Setting
Developmental Competence
Chapter 9. General Survey and Measurement
Objective Data
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Chapter 10. Vital Signs
Objective Data
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Chapter 11. Pain Assessment
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Chapter 12. Nutrition Assessment
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Nutritional Assessment
Unit 3. Physical Examination
Chapter 13. Skin, Hair, and Nails
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Skin, Hair, and Nails Examination
Chapter 14. Head, Face, Neck, and Regional Lymphatics
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Summary Checklist: Head, Face, and Neck, Including Regional Lymphatics Examination
Chapter 15. Eyes
Structure and Function
Developmental Competence
Genetics and Environment
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Eye Examination
Chapter 16. Ears
Structure and Function
Developmental Competence
Genetics and Environment
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Ear Examination
Chapter 17. Nose, Mouth, and Throat
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Nose, Mouth, and Throat Examination
Chapter 18. Breasts, Axillae, and Regional Lymphatics
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Breasts and Regional Lymphatics Examination
Chapter 19. Thorax and Lungs
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Chapter 20. Heart and Neck Vessels
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Heart and Neck Vessels Examination
Chapter 21. Peripheral Vascular System and Lymphatic System
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Peripheral Vascular Examination
Chapter 22. Abdomen
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Abdomen Examination
Chapter 23. Musculoskeletal System
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Musculoskeletal Examination
Chapter 24. Neurologic System
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Neurologic Examination
Chapter 25. Male Genitourinary System
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Male Genitalia Examination
Chapter 26. Anus, Rectum, and Prostate
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Anus, Rectum, and Prostate Examination
Chapter 27. Female Genitourinary System
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Health Promotion and Patient Teaching
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Female Genitalia Examination
Unit 4. Integration: Putting It All Together
Chapter 28. The Complete Health Assessment: Adult
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Chapter 29. The Complete Physical Assessment: Infant, Young Child, and Adolescent
Chapter 30. Bedside Assessment and Electronic Documentation
Chapter 31. Pregnancy
Structure and Function
Subjective Data
Objective Data
Documentation and Critical Thinking
Abnormal Findings for Advanced Practice
Summary Checklist: Pregnancy
Chapter 32. Functional Assessment of the Older Adult
Illustration Credits
Index
Wellness Screening References

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Carolyn Jarvis

Ann L. Eckhardt