Mosby's guide to physical examination
By: Henry M. Seidel ... [et al.].
Contributors: Seidel, Henry M.
Edition: 6th ed.
Publisher: Elsevier Mosby
Published: 2006
Place of publication: Edinburgh
Language: eng
Number of pages: 1011
Subjects: Physical diagnosis; Physical Examination -- methods; Medical History Taking -- methods
Description: A comprehensive textbook of physical examination, history-taking, and health assessment with an emphasis on differential diagnosis and variations across the lifespan. Written by a team of two physicians and two nurses with a blend of expertise in adult health and pediatrics, the book conveys a uniquely compassionate, patient-centered approach to physical examination with a strong evidence-based foundation. Includes a completely updated art and media program -- consisting of 260 new illustrations, with all new examination photos and full motion video exams on the companion CD-ROM.
Notes: Previous ed.: 2003.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: The History and interviewing process; title: Cultural awareness; title: Examination techniques and equipment; title: Mental status; title: Growth and measurement; title: Nutrition; title: Assessment of pain; title: Skin, hair, and nails; title: Lymphatic system; title: Head and neck; title: Eyes; title: Ears, nose, and throat; title: Chest and lungs; title: Heart; title: Blood vessels; title: Breasts and axillae; title: Abdomen; title: Female genitalia; title: Male genitalia; title: Anus, rectum, and prostate; title: Musculoskeletal system; title: Neurologic system; title: Sports participation and evaluation; title: Putting it all together; title: Taking the next steps: critical thinking; title: Recording information; title: Emergency or life-threatening situations.