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Ideal for quick reference in the clinical setting, this portable companion to Carolyn Jarvis' Physical Examination and Health Assessment, 6th Edition summarizes essential assessment skills and techniques for the most effective physical examinations. Access fullcolor pathology photos and illustrations, health history, examination steps for each body system, normal versus abnormal findings, lifespan and crosscultural considerations, related nursing diagnoses, and summary checklists anytime you need them with this convenient clinical tool. Convenient, colorcoded design helps you easily locate the information you need.More than 160 fullcolor illustrations clearly demonstrate important anatomy and physiology concepts, examination steps, and normal and abnormal findings.Agespecific developmental competencies highlight important considerations for pediatric, pregnant, and aging patients.Cultural competency icons alert you to relevant cultural distinctions you may encounter in the clinical setting.Abnormal findings tables provide fast access to key information on many frequently encountered conditions. Spanishlanguage translation chart helps you ensure accurate, effective examinations of Spanishspeaking patients. Bedside Assessment of the Hospitalized Patient chapter outlines the pertinent assessment steps specific to this patient population.New abnormal findings photos help you recognize and distinguish between abnormal conditions.Additional new fullcolor examination technique photos clarify exam steps for eyes, nose, mouth, throat, thorax, heart, neck, peripheral vascular, and pediatric exams. Updated evidencebased practice guidelines throughout the guide reflect the most current research and assessment practices.
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- Q: What is the primary purpose of the Pocket Companion for Physical Examination and Health Assessment? A: The primary purpose of this pocket companion is to serve as a quick reference guide in clinical settings, summarizing essential assessment skills and techniques for effective physical examinations.
- Q: What edition of the guide is available? A: This is the 6th edition of the guide, which includes updated evidence-based practice guidelines and new abnormal findings photos.
- Q: How many pages does the Pocket Companion contain? A: The Pocket Companion contains a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the guide? A: The guide includes more than 160 full-color illustrations that demonstrate important anatomy, physiology concepts, examination steps, and normal versus abnormal findings.
- Q: Are there any resources for cultural competency in this guide? A: Yes, the guide features cultural competency icons that highlight relevant cultural distinctions that may be encountered in clinical settings.
- Q: Is there a focus on age-specific considerations in the guide? A: Yes, the guide highlights age-specific developmental competencies, addressing important considerations for pediatric, pregnant, and aging patients.
- Q: Does the Pocket Companion provide resources for Spanish-speaking patients? A: Yes, it includes a Spanish-language translation chart to assist healthcare professionals in conducting accurate examinations of Spanish-speaking patients.
- Q: What type of binding does the Pocket Companion have? A: The Pocket Companion is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of the Pocket Companion? A: The author of the Pocket Companion is Carolyn Jarvis, PhD, APN, CNP.
- Q: When was the Pocket Companion for Physical Examination and Health Assessment published? A: The Pocket Companion was published on May 11, 2011.