Bates' Nursing Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking by Beth Hogan-Quigley MSN RN CRNP

Master crucial skills in patient assessment with this nursing adaptation of Bates’ gold standard resource. Adapted specifically for nursing students, this proven resource offers the time-perfected assessment techniques and vibrant visuals of the classic Bates’ to help students develop and practice key skills in physical examination and history taking. Reflecting the most current research in the field, the Second Edition provides evidence-based coverage of key topics, including complete head-to-toe examination, normal vs. abnormal findings, electronic documentation, and considerations for assessment of older adults and children. Key Features: A clear two-column format covers examination techniques on the left and abnormalities and interpretations on the right to hone students’ observation skills and clinical acumen. A vibrant full-color design includes over 1,400 drawings and photographs to clarify key concepts and techniques. NewConcept Mastery Alerts improve students’ understanding of potentially confusing topics as identified by Lippincott’s adaptive learning platform, powered by PrepU. Read more