Physical Examination and Health Assessment, Canadian Fourth Edition

Physical Examination & Health Assessment, Fourth Canadian Edition by Carolyn Jarvis and Ann Eckhardt; Canadian Editors: Annette J. Browne, June MacDonald-Jenkins, and Marian Luctkar-Flude — Published by Elsevier

The gold-standard in physical examination textbooks for Canadian nursing students, this edition offers a clear, logical, and holistic approach to physical examination and health assessment across the lifespan. Using easy-to-follow language, detailed illustrations, summary checklists, and new learning resources, this edition reflects today's nursing practice with a greater focus on diverse communities, evidence-informed content throughout, and new and enhanced case studies focusing on critical thinking and clinical judgement.

Building on the strengths of the previous Canadian editions, the Fourth Edition features approximately 150 new normal and abnormal examination photos for the nose, mouth, throat, thorax, and pediatric assessment, giving students a fresh perspective on clinical findings. The trusted two-column format continues to distinguish normal from abnormal findings, while sectional colour bars segment body system content for easy navigation through Structure and Function, Subjective Data, Objective Data, Documentation and Critical Thinking, and Abnormal Findings.

Annette J. Browne, RN, PhD, FCAHS, is Professor and Distinguished University Scholar at the University of British Columbia School of Nursing, whose research focuses on health equity and equity-oriented care in primary health care and emergency settings. June MacDonald-Jenkins, BN, BScN, MSc, brings over 30 years of experience in health care and post-secondary education. Marian Luctkar-Flude, RN, PhD, CCSNE, FCNEI, is an Associate Professor at Queen's University School of Nursing with expertise in clinical simulation, interprofessional education, and evidence-based practice. Together with the authors, this team of distinguished Canadian nursing scholars continues to make this the most trusted resource for health assessment education in Canada.