Advanced health assessment and differential diagnosis :   essentials for clinical practice / 
[edited by] Karen M. Myrick, Laima A. Karosas.  
 - New York, NY :   Springer Publishing Company,  2020 
 - 1 online resource (508, pages) :  color illustrations. 
<br/><br/> https://portal.igpublish.com/iglibrary/obj/SPCB0002177?searchid=1628751998308OATleNIuOx8yvfPEgWUWi 
<br/><br/>Include bibliographical references and index 
<br/><br/>1. Health history, the patient interview, and motivational interviewing -- 2. Advanced health assessment of the head, neck, and lymphatic system -- 3. Advanced health assessment of the nose, mouth, and throat -- 4. Advanced health assessment of the eyes and ears -- 5. Advanced health assessment of skin, hair, and nails -- 6. Advanced health assessment of the cardiovascular system -- 7. Advanced health assessment of the respiratory system -- 8. Advanced health assessment of the abdomen, rectum, and anus -- 9. Advanced health assessment of the male genitourinary system -- 10. Advanced assessment of the female reproductive system --  11. Advanced health assessment of the neurological system -- 12. Advanced health assessment of the musculoskeletal system 
<br/><br/> The first textbook to specifically target the scope of practice for advanced practice nurses and physician assistants<br/><br/>With a focus on promoting sound clinical decision-making and a streamlined and highly accessible approach, this text for advanced practice nurses and physician assistants delivers up-to-date primary care health assessment techniques for individuals throughout the lifespan. Each chapter offers a concise overview of anatomy and physiology and an in-depth review of normal and abnormal findings. The holistic assessment section for each system—emphasizing the importance of social considerations—further prepares students for informed clinical practice.<br/><br/>Chapters feature a comprehensive assessment of special populations, including patients with disabilities<br/>pediatric, pregnant, and elderly patients<br/>and transgendered and veteran populations, as well as differential diagnosis guidance in tabular format. Chapters are further enhanced with illustrations, images, and case studies that demonstrate clinical reasoning and application of principles to practice. A robust ancillary package includes an instructor manual, discussion questions, multiple-choice questions, and PowerPoint slides. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9780826162557 (e-book) 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Diagnosis, Differential
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>RC71.5   / Ad9 2020