Includes bibliographical references and index.

Critical thinking in health assessment -- Developmental tasks and health -- Promotion across the life cycle -- Cultural competence : cultural care -- The interview -- The complete health history -- Mental status assessment -- Domestic violence assessment -- Assessment techniques and the clinical setting -- General survey, measurement, vital signs -- Pain assessement : the fifth vital sign -- Nutritional assessment -- Skin, hair, and nails -- Head, face, and neck, including regional lymphatics -- Eyes -- Ears -- Nose, mouth, and throat -- Breasts and regional lymphatics -- Thorax and lungs -- Heart and neck vessels -- Peripheral vascular system and lymphatic system -- Abdomen -- Musculoskeletal system -- Neurologic system -- Male genitourinary system -- Anus, rectum, and prostate -- Female genitourinary system -- The complete health assessment: putting it all together -- Reassessment of the hospitalized adult -- The pregnant female -- Functional assessment of the older adult.

"Physical Examination & Health Assessment offers a solid foundation on performing physical examinations and health assessment. This text presents the steps of a complete exam in the same logical sequence as performed in practice. A superior art program, clearly delineated sections within chapters, and summary checklists help you learn a comprehensive, effective approach to physical exams."--Jacket.