KATE SUSTERSIC GAWLIK, DNP, APRN-CNP, FAANP
Master Evidence-Based Assessment with Clear, Stepwise Guidance and Real-World Tools. About This Text Recognize normal versus abnormal, prioritize hypotheses, and link exam data to management with this practical guide to thorough, evidence-based physical examination. This text emphasizes critical findings, diagnostic reasoning, and documentation. What’s New in the Second Edition Clinician well-being is emphasized as foundational to evidence-based assessment Two new chapters: Older Adult and Vascular System Environmental safety assessment, pre-admission/pre-employment exams, telehealth visit checklist Added considerations for assessing patients with obesity Why Students Love This Text Stepwise guidance across systems with current guideline alignment Red-flag findings and documentation tips Case vignettes, clinical pearls, and key takeaways Why Instructors Love This Text Expanded instructor resources include videos, a test bank and PowerPoints
