Pocket Companion for Physical Examination and Health Assessment, Canadian Edition

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Pocket Companion for Physical Examination and Health Assessment, Canadian Edition is written by Carolyn Jarvis and published by Saunders. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1927406102 (ISBN 10) and 9781927406106 (ISBN 13).

Ideal for quick reference in the clinical setting, this portable companion to Carolyn Jarvis' Physical Examination and Health Assessment, 2nd Canadian Edition summarizes essential assessment skills and techniques for the most effective physical examinations. This convenient clinical tool provides fast, easy access to full-colour pathology photos and illustrations, health history, examination steps for each body system, normal versus abnormal findings, lifespan and cultural considerations, nursing diagnoses, and summary checklists. Convenient, colour-coded design helps students easily locate the information they need. More than 200 full-colour illustrations clearly demonstrate important anatomy and physiology concepts, examination steps, and normal and abnormal findings. Age-specific developmental competencies highlight important considerations for pediatric, pregnant, and aging patients. Cultural competency icons alert students to relevant cultural considerations in the clinical setting. Abnormal findings tables provide fast access to key information on many frequently encountered conditions. Updated evidence-informed practice guidelines throughout the guide reflect the most current research and assessment practices. New! Bedside Assessment of the Hospitalized Adult chapter outlines the pertinent assessment steps in a focused exam in the inpatient setting. New abnormal findings photos help students recognize and distinguish between abnormal conditions. Additional full-colour examination technique photos clarify exam steps for eyes, nose, mouth, throat, thorax, heart, neck, peripheral vascular, and pediatric exams.