Full Description
The role and function of the nurse is rapidly changing, and nurses are now required to undertake a comprehensive clinical examination of patients, a responsibility traditionally undertaken by a doctor. Clinical Examination Skills is an accessible, introductory guide to helping nurses fulfil this role, enabling them to understand the core skills and knowledge needed to assess patients competently. This practice-based book will be invaluable to pre-registration nursing students and newly qualified nursing staff, empowering them to meet the challenges of autonomous practice.
Contents
Foreword vii
Preface ix
Acknowledgements xi
Chapter 1 Overview of history taking and clinical examination 1
Chapter 2 Symptoms of disease 19
Chapter 3 Examination of the cardiovascular system 41
Chapter 4 Examination of the respiratory system 77
Chapter 5 Examination of the gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems 99
Chapter 6 Examination of the neurological system 121
Chapter 7 Examination of the musculoskeletal system 165
Chapter 8 Assessment of the critically ill patient 195
Chapter 9 Record keeping 211
Index 217
