author: joyce e dains

The book conveys a uniquely compassionate, patient-centered approach to physical examination with a strong evidence-based foundation.

... Measles (Rubeola) Also called hard measles or red measles Pathophysiology • Measles virus infects by invasion of the respiratory epithelium • Local multiplication at the respiratory mucosa leads to a primary viremia, during which the ...

... Hypertension Hypertension is one of the most common diseases in the world; it is often responsible for stroke, renal ... DATA Subjective Data • Essential hypertension is asymptomatic. • In malignant (severe) hypertension, headache ...

... mnemonic “DIGFAST” can be used to confirm the cardinal symptoms of mania (Box 32-7). What About Special ... DIG. FAST. Cardinal symptoms of bipolar disorder D: Distractibility I : Indiscretion (excessive involvement in pleasurable ...

Be prepared in any clinical setting with this portable, full-color, illustrated guide.

Differential Diagnosis tables are provided throughout the text. Clinical Pearls offer insights and practical, real-world expertise.

Henry M. Seidel, Jane W. Ball, Joyce E. Dains, Denise Vanacore-Chase, John A ... breast and axillae region. Interviewing techniques related to the breast and ... enlargement. Galactorrhea—lactation not associated with childbearing ...

NEW! Updated Content throughout the book reflects the latest research and evidence-based practice to supply you with a best-practice approach to the physical exam.

... DIG FAST mnemonic, for mania diagnosis, 42, 43b Digital rectal examination, 469 in anorectal problems, 409 Dilation and curettage, in vaginal bleeding evaluation, 497 Diphtheria, laryngeal, 288 Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTaP) ...

... mnemonic DIG FAST can be used to confirm the cardinal symptoms of mania (Box 3-7). What about special considerations for adolescents? For adolescents, a psychosocial review of systems can serve as a screen for areas that could be of ...

This convenient, money-saving package includes Mosby's Guide to Physical Examination 6th edition text and Health Assessment Online (User Guide and Access Code).

Written by advanced practice nursing experts Joyce Dains, Linda Baumann, and Pamela Scheibel, this edition includes new chapters on evidence-based preventive health screening and on heartburn and indigestion, along with a new full-color ...

... weight for the four patients. (Refer to Table 7-1 on p.97 in the textbook for assistance.) 15-year-old male weighing ... Calculate Jack's desirable weight based on height and weight. Desirable body weight: 2. Calculate Jack's percentage of ...