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Book SynopsisAbout our authors
Cynthia Fenske, DNP, RN, CNE, is Campus Dean for Nursing and an associate professor at Concordia University Ann Arbor in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Fenske graduated with a BSN from Valparaiso University and an MS in medical-surgical nursing from the University of Michigan. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Oakland University in Rochester Hills, Michigan. She was a faculty member at the University of Michigan for 32 years prior to leaving to start a nursing program at Concordia University Ann Arbor. In the classroom her teaching responsibilities include physical assessment, medical-surgical nursing and fundamentals; in the laboratory setting she teaches physical assessment, nursing skills and simulation. Dr. Fenske has published articles on the use of simulation and innovative teaching strategies to assess and enhance learning. She is a faculty advocate, consultant and trainer for Pearson's virtual community, The Neighborh
Table of Contents
UNIT I: FOUNDATIONS OF HEALTH ASSESSMENT
- Health Assessment
- Health and Wellness
- Cultural and Spiritual Considerations
- Health Disparities
UNIT II: TECHNIQUES FOR HEALTH ASSESSMENT
- Interviewing and Health History: Subjective Data
- Documentation
- Physical Assessment Techniques and Equipment
- General Survey and Physical Exam: Objective Data
- Pain Assessment
- Nutritional Assessment
- Psychosocial Health, Substance Use, and Violence Assessment
UNIT III: PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
- Skin, Hair, and Nails
- Head, Neck, and Related Lymphatics
- Eyes
- Ears, Nose, Mouth, and Throat
- Lungs and Thorax
- Breasts and Axillae
- Cardiovascular System
- Peripheral Vascular System
- Abdomen
- Male Genitourinary System
- Female Genitourinary System
- Musculoskeletal System
- Neurologic System
UNIT IV: SPECIALIZED ASSESSMENT
- Pregnant Woman
- Infants, Children, and Adolescents
- Older Adult
- Complete Health Assessment
Appendices
- Standard Precautions for All Patient Care
- Isolation Precautions: Preventing Transmission of Infectious Agents in Healthcare Settings
- Advanced Assessment Techniques
