Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning: A Comprehensive Guide

Authors Jacqueline Rhoads and Sandra Wiggins Petersen bring you the fifth edition of Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning, a thorough and exciting update to the classic textbook. This latest edition provides a detailed overview of health history taking, physical examination, and documentation, ensuring healthcare professionals and students have the confidence to conduct comprehensive health assessments and make informed diagnostic interventions.

Diagnostic Reasoning Process

The authors expertly outline each step of the health assessment process, from gathering essential data to formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan. They demonstrate the crucial link between health history and physical examination, providing healthcare professionals with the skills to assess patients effectively and make evidence-based decisions.

A Comprehensive Resource for Healthcare Professionals

This 500-page textbook offers a logical and easy-to-follow presentation of content, covering every aspect of the health assessment process. With the fifth edition, students and healthcare professionals will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to:

• Conduct a thorough health history and physical examination
• Formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan based on evidence

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication Date: August 27, 2024
Language: English
Pages: 500
ISBN-10: 1284295303
ISBN-13: 978-1284295306

Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in health assessment and diagnostic reasoning with this essential textbook, perfect for healthcare professionals, students, and educators alike.