Evidence-Based Physical Examination: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Authored by renowned experts FAANP Gawlik, Kate Sustersic, DNP, APRN-CNP, FAAN Melnyk, Bernadette Mazurek, PhD, APRN-CNP, FAANP, FNAP, and FAANP Teall, Alice M., DNP, APRN-CNP, this groundbreaking textbook is the first to teach physical assessment techniques based on evidence and clinical relevance.

A Holistic Approach to Patient Assessment

Grounded in an empirical approach to history-taking and physical assessment techniques, this book focuses on patient well-being and health promotion. By leveraging current evidence, up-to-date guidelines, and best-practice recommendations, healthcare clinicians and students can develop a deeper understanding of patient-centered care.

The Science Behind Physical Assessment

Evidence-Based Physical Examination offers a unique perspective by teaching both a holistic and a scientific approach to assessment. Each chapter is structured for ease of use, covering essential topics such as:

• Anatomy and physiology
• Key history questions and considerations
• Physical examination
• Laboratory considerations
• Imaging considerations
• Evidence-based practice recommendations
• Differential diagnoses related to normal and abnormal findings

Enhancing Retention and Understanding

To aid retention and understanding, this comprehensive guide includes:

• Case studies and clinical pearls to illustrate key concepts
• Abundant illustrations, photographic images, and videos to demonstrate history-taking and assessment techniques

Instructor Resources

To support educators, this textbook offers a range of instructor resources, including:

• PowerPoint slides for easy lecture preparation
• A test bank with multiple-choice and essay questions to assess student knowledge
• An image bank for-use in presentations and study materials

A Leading Resource for Healthcare Professionals

Evidence-Based Physical Examination is the go-to resource for healthcare clinicians and students seeking a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to physical assessment. By focusing on the most current clinical guidelines and recommendations, this textbook prepares healthcare professionals for the challenges of modern practice.