Health Assessment for Nursing Practice

This practical text uses a body systems approach to assessment, concluding with coverage of the head-to-toe integrated examination. Topics covered include equipment, techniques, interviewing, nutrition and cultural considerations. Case studies are included to help students formulate an accepted nursing diagnosis. Colour photographs of examination procedures, equipment, and normal and abnormal findings illustrate real-life settings. and there are study questions at the end of each chapter.
 
This practical text uses a body systems approach to assessment, concluding with coverage of the head-to-toe integrated examination. Topics covered include equipment, techniques, interviewing, nutrition and cultural considerations. Case studies are included to help students formulate an accepted nursing diagnosis. Colour photographs of examination procedures, equipment, and normal and abnormal findings illustrate real-life settings. and there are study questions at the end of each chapter.