Evidence-Based Physical Examination Handbook - Kate Gawlik

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Evidence-Based Physical Examination Handbook

By: Kate Gawlik (Editor), Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk (Editor), Alice Teall (Editor)

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Paperback | 1 June 2024 | Edition Number 2

At a Glance

Paperback
424 Pages

Edition Type
New edition

Dimensions(cm)
17.8 x 10.2 x 3.18

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Leading the way in providing evidence-based assessment guidance to prepare clinicians for their future in healthcare!

This unique resource combines scientific and holistic approaches to assessment, and integrates best practices to guide history-taking and physical exam. Utilizing the evidence and summarizing clinical relevance, this handbook guides the incorporation of the most current evidence-based assessment guidelines from such sources as the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force.

Chapters have a consistent structure and include key history questions and considerations, evidence-based physical examination techniques, red flag signs and symptoms, differential diagnoses for both normal and abnormal findings, and sample documentation. There are extensive color illustrations, and photographic images to strengthen and support advanced assessment skills. Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers.

New to the Second Edition:

Completely new chapters reflecting specific lifespan considerations including the child, adolescent, and older adult
Increased coverage of evidence-based documentation
Expanded coverage in every chapter regarding changing practice environments
Focus on inclusive history taking and assessment techniques including considerations for diverse populations and social determinants of health

Key Features:

Includes focus on evidence to enable highest quality of care
Emphasizes the importance of wellness and the assessment of well-being
Delivers the evidence, acceptability, and clinical relevance behind history-taking, and physical examination techniques
Focuses on the most current clinical guidelines from sources such as the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
Demonstrates techniques with valuable illustrations and photographic images

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