Mosby's Assessment Memory Notecards

by Zerwekh, Joann

• ISBN13: 9780323044035
• ISBN10: 0323044034
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-11-30
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Health Science div

Summary

This colorful and illustrated collection of spiral-bound cards covers important assessment procedures and tips using humor, cartoons, and mnemonics. Designed to aid in reviewing and studying throughout nursing school and for the NCLEX® examination, Mosbys Assessment Memory NoteCards encourage retention and understanding of assessment skills and tips by using a variety of proven learning techniques. Includes 79 full color illustrated mnemonics covering key assessment procedures and tips. Separate sections on Health Information, Physical Assessment, Recording the Exam, Lifespan, and Health Promotion allow for quick reference. Thick, durable paper and spiral bound top make the book durable and portable to allow studying wherever and whenever. Perforated pages allow the user to change the book into flashcards and rearrange the order of the units for a customized studying experience. Color-coded tabs for each section make it easy to find the information the reader needs for quick reference. Assessment at a Glance information on the back of each image highlights key information about the topic the student is studying. Highlighted information within Assessment at a Glance identifies Serious Life Threatening Implications, Common Clinical Findings, Important Nursing Implications, and Patient Teaching.

Table of Contents

General Types of Assessment

Nursing Assessment to Nursing Theory

Cultural Assessment

Community Assessment

Assessment of Community Windshield Survey, Part 1

Assessment of Community Windshield Survey, Part 2

Assessment for Learning

Assessment of Stress and Coping

Assessment of Self-Concept

Spiritual Assessment

Grief and Loss Assessment

Suicide Risk Assessment

Communication Assessment

Assessment of Thermoregulation

Assessment of Nutritional Issues and Needs

Assessment of Sleep Questions

Assessment of Sleep Physical Assessment Obtaining Health Information

Obtaining Health Information

Health History

Interviewing

Objective vs. Subjective

Signs and Symptoms

Gordons 11 Functional Health Patterns

Assessment of Mental Status Physical Assessment

Physical Assessment with Palpation

Assessment by Auscultation

Assessment of the Pulse

Assessment of the Skin

Assessment of Skin Functions

Assessment of Hair Loss

Assessment of the Nails

Assessment of the Head

Assessment of the Neck and Lymph Nodes

Assessment of the Eye

Assessment of the Ear

Assessment of the Nose

Assessment of the Mouth and Throat Questions to Ask

Assessment of the Mouth and Throat

Assessment of the Breast

Female Breast Assessment

Breast Self-Exam

Assessment of the Thorax and Lungs (Inspection of the Posterior Chest)

Assessment of the Thorax and Lungs (Inspection of the Anterior Chest)

Assessment of the Heart Areas and Descriptions for Assessment

Physical Assessment of the Heart and Vascular Neck

Assessment of Heart Sounds

Assessment of Blood Vessels and Lymphatic System Questions

Assessment of Blood Vessels and Lymphatic System Physical Assessment

5Ps of Neurovascular Assessment

Assessment of the Abdomen -- Questions

Assessment of the Abdomen Physical Assessment Sequence

Assessment of the Abdomen Percussion and Palpation

Assessment of the Musculoskeletal System Questions

Assessment of the Musculoskeletal System Physical Assessment

Assessment of Male Genitalia Questions

Assessment of Male Genitalia Inspection and Palpation

Testicular Self-Examination (TSE)

Assessment of Female Genitalia Inspection

Assessment of the Lower GI Tract Questions

Assessment of the Lower GI Tract Rectal Exam

Assessment of the Neurologic System Questions

Assessment of the Neurologic System Tools of the Trade

Assessment of the Neurologic System Cranial Nerves 1-6

Assessment of the Neurologic System Cranial Nerves 7-12

Assessment of the Neurologic System Inspection and Movement

Assessment of the Neurologic System Testing Sensory System & Reflexes

Assessment of the Neurologic System Pupillary Check Assessment Considerations Across the Lifespan

Assessment of Pregnancy Diagnostic Ps to Signs and Symptoms

Assessment of Pregnancy Inspection

Assessment of Pregnancy Physical Assessment

Assessment of the Infant Birth to 1 year

Assessment of the Toddler

Assessment of the Preschooler

Assessment of the School Age Child (6-12 years)

Assessment of the Adolescent (12-19 years)

Assessment in Early Adulthood (20-40 years)

Assessment in Middle Adulthood (40-60 years)

Assessment in Older Adulthood (60-80 years)

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