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 Overview

"Health Assessment for Nursing Practice" 6th Edition

by Susan F. Wilson and Jean Foret Giddens is a
comprehensive textbook that equips nursing
students and practitioners with the skills and
knowledge needed to perform thorough health
assessments. The book emphasizes a holistic
approach to health assessment, integrating physical,
psychological, social, and cultural factors. This
edition updates and expands content to reflect the
latest evidence-based practices and clinical
guidelines.

Structure and Content

The book is organized into several units and

chapters, each focusing on different aspects of
health assessment. It combines theoretical
knowledge with practical applications, ensuring that
readers can confidently conduct comprehensive
health assessments in various clinical settings.
 Unit I: Foundations of Health Assessment

Chapter 1: Health Assessment

• Introduces the concept of health assessment

and its importance in nursing practice.
• Discusses the types of health assessments:
comprehensive, focused, and ongoing partial
assessments.
Chapter 2: Health History
• Details the components of a complete health
history, including biographical data, chief
complaint, history of present illness, past health
history, family history, review of systems, and
functional assessment.
Chapter 3: Techniques and Equipment for
Physical Assessment
• Describes the basic techniques used in physical
assessment: inspection, palpation, percussion,
and auscultation.
• Reviews the equipment used in physical
examinations and their proper usage.
Chapter 4: General Inspection and Measurement
of Vital Signs

• Covers the general survey of the patient,

including physical appearance, body structure,
mobility, and behavior.
• Discusses the measurement and significance of
vital signs: temperature, pulse, respiration, blood
pressure, and pain.

Unit II: Health Assessment of the Adult

Chapter 5: Assessment Techniques and the

Clinical Setting
• Provides guidelines for preparing the clinical
setting and the patient for assessment.
• Emphasizes infection control practices and
patient privacy.
Chapter 6: Skin, Hair, and Nails

• Discusses the anatomy and physiology of the

skin, hair, and nails.
• Details assessment techniques and common
abnormalities.
 Chapter 7: Head, Neck, and Lymphatics

• Covers the assessment of the head, neck, and

lymphatic system.
• Includes techniques for evaluating the thyroid
gland and lymph nodes.
Chapter 8: Eyes
• Describes the anatomy and physiology of the
eyes.
• Provides techniques for assessing visual acuity,
extraocular movements, and the external and
internal structures of the eye.
Chapter 9: Ears, Nose, Mouth, and Throat

• Discusses the anatomy and physiology of the

ears, nose, mouth, and throat.
• Details assessment techniques and common
findings.
Chapter 10: Thorax and Lungs

• Covers the anatomy and physiology of the

respiratory system.
• Provides techniques for assessing respiratory
function and common abnormalities.
 Chapter 11: Heart and Neck Vessels

• Describes the anatomy and physiology of the

cardiovascular system.
• Details techniques for assessing heart sounds,
pulses, and the jugular venous system.
Chapter 12: Peripheral Vascular System
• Discusses the assessment of peripheral
circulation and common vascular conditions.
Chapter 13: Abdomen

• Covers the assessment of the abdominal organs

and common gastrointestinal conditions.
Chapter 14: Musculoskeletal System

• Describes the assessment of the

musculoskeletal system, including joints,
muscles, and bones.
Chapter 15: Neurologic System
• Provides techniques for assessing mental
status, cranial nerves, motor and sensory
function, and reflexes.
Chapter 16: Breasts and Regional Lymphatics
 • Discusses the assessment of the breasts and
axillary lymph nodes.
Chapter 17: Female Genitourinary System

• Details the assessment of the female

reproductive system.
Chapter 18: Male Genitourinary System
• Covers the assessment of the male reproductive
system.
Chapter 19: Anus, Rectum, and Prostate

• Provides techniques for assessing the anus,

rectum, and prostate.

Unit III: Health Assessment of Special

Populations
Chapter 20: Pediatric Assessment

• Discusses the unique aspects of assessing

infants, children, and adolescents.
• Emphasizes growth and development, and age-
appropriate techniques.
Chapter 21: Assessment of the Pregnant Woman
 • Covers the assessment of pregnant women,
including prenatal care and common findings
during pregnancy.
Chapter 22: Assessment of the Older Adult

• Discusses the unique aspects of assessing older

adults, including common age-related changes
and geriatric syndromes.

Unit IV: Health Assessment in Special Settings

Chapter 23: Bedside Assessment and Electronic

Health Recording

• Provides guidelines for conducting assessments

in hospital settings.
• Discusses the use of electronic health records
(EHR) in documenting findings.
Chapter 24: Functional Assessment of the Older
Adult

• Emphasizes the importance of assessing

functional status in older adults.
 • Covers tools and techniques for evaluating
activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental
activities of daily living (IADLs).
Chapter 25: Assessment of the Acutely Ill Adult

• Discusses the assessment of acutely ill adults in

emergency and critical care settings.
• Provides guidelines for rapid assessment and
intervention.

Features and Learning Aids

• Case Studies: Real-life scenarios that illustrate

the application of assessment techniques and
clinical decision-making.
• Assessment Videos: Online resources that
demonstrate assessment techniques and
procedures.
• Critical Thinking Questions: Encourage
students to apply knowledge and think critically
about patient care.
• Documentation Examples: Provide guidelines
for accurate and thorough documentation of
assessment findings.
 • Evidence-Based Practice: Integrates current
research and clinical guidelines to support best
practices in health assessment.
• Review Questions: NCLEX-style questions to
help students prepare for exams and reinforce
learning.

Conclusion

"Health Assessment for Nursing Practice" 6th Edition

is an essential resource for nursing students and
professionals. It provides comprehensive coverage
of health assessment techniques, integrating
evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines to
ensure that readers are well-prepared to perform
thorough and accurate assessments. The book's
holistic approach, emphasis on critical thinking, and
practical applications make it an invaluable tool for
nurses in various clinical settings.

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