Physical Examination and Health Assessment – Canadian (Epub)

by Carolyn Jarvis (Author), Annette J. Browne (Editor), June MacDonald-Jenkins (Editor), Marian Luctkar-Flude (Editor)

Discover the definitive guide to mastering physical examination and health assessment across the lifespan with “Physical Examination & Health Assessment, 4th Canadian Edition.” This comprehensive textbook, enriched with easy-to-follow language, detailed illustrations, and practical learning resources, is the go-to resource for Canadian nursing students.

Key Features of the 4th Canadian Edition:

1. Diverse Communities and Evidence-Informed Content: This edition focuses on today’s nursing practice with a greater emphasis on diverse communities, ensuring nurses are well-equipped to provide inclusive care.
2. Enhanced Case Studies: New and improved case studies sharpen critical thinking and clinical judgement skills, enabling students to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios.
3. Cultural Diversity and Developmental Variations: Approximately 150 normal and abnormal examination photos for various systems highlight cultural diversity and developmental variations, providing a fresh perspective.
4. Social Determinants of Health Considerations: Addressing Canada’s shifting population landscape, the book integrates social, economic, and ethnocultural diversity into health assessments.
5. Indigenous Populations, Harm Reduction, Nutrition, and Transgender Care: Special sections provide insights into respectful and comprehensive care for specific populations.
6. Organized Content: Sectional color bars segment body systems, making it easy to navigate and locate relevant content.
7. Abnormal Findings Tables: Tables assist in recognizing, sorting, and describing abnormalities, aiding in accurate diagnosis.
8. Pregnancy Chapter: A dedicated chapter offers a solid foundation for assessing pregnant patients.
9. Developmental Considerations: Specific sections highlight content tailored to infants, children, adolescents, pregnant individuals, and older adults.
10. Electronic Health Record and Documentation: Learn how to document assessment findings effectively with examples and insights into electronic health records and charting.
11. Two-Column Format and Full-Color Photos: Clear differentiation between normal and abnormal findings, accompanied by step-by-step full-color photos, simplify examination techniques.
12. Promoting Health Boxes: Key aspects of Canadian health care are emphasized to promote holistic well-being.
13. Summary Checklists: Review essential examination steps with helpful summary checklists.

Master the art of physical examination and health assessment with this gold-standard textbook tailored to Canadian nursing students. Unlock the skills and knowledge necessary for providing top-notch patient care and elevate your nursing practice to new heights.

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