<p>Ideal for quick reference in the clinical setting, this portable companion to Carolyn Jarvis' <i>Physical Examination and Health Assessment, 6<SUP>th</SUP> Edition</i> summarizes essential assessment skills and techniques for the most effective physical examinations. Access full-color pathology photos and illustrations, health history, examination steps for each body system, normal versus abnormal findings, lifespan and cross-cultural considerations, related nursing diagnoses, and summary checklists anytime you need them with this convenient clinical tool. </p><br><br><ul> <li><b>Convenient, color-coded design</b> helps you easily locate the information you need.</li> <p> <li><b>More than 160 full-color illustrations</b> clearly demonstrate important anatomy and physiology concepts, examination steps, and normal and abnormal findings. </li> <p></p> <p> <li>Age-specific <b>developmental competencies</b> highlight important considerations for pediatric, pregnant, and aging patients. </li> <p></p> <p> <li><b>Cultural competency icons</b> alert you to relevant cultural distinctions you may encounter in the clinical setting. </li> <p></p> <p> <li><b>Abnormal findings tables</b> provide fast access to key information on many frequently encountered conditions. </li> <p></p> <li><b>Spanish-language translation chart</b> helps you ensure accurate, effective examinations of Spanish-speaking patients. </li></ul><br><br><ul> <li><b><i>Bedside Assessment of the Hospitalized Patient</i> chapter</b> outlines the pertinent assessment steps specific to this patient population.</li> <p> <li>New <b>abnormal findings photos</b> help you recognize and distinguish between abnormal conditions.</li> <p></p> <p> <li>Additional new <b>full-color examination technique photos</b> clarify exam steps for eyes, nose, mouth, throat, thorax, heart, neck, peripheral vascular, and pediatric exams.</li> <p></p> <li>Updated<b> evidence-based practice guidelines</b> throughout the guide reflect the most current research and assessment practices. </li></ul>