Revised title: Bates' Nursing Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking (Bates Guide)

The 3rd Edition of Bates’ Nursing Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking has been chosen as a Doody's Core Title for 2022, continuing a tradition of excellence that has lasted almost 50 years. This edition has been specifically tailored to the needs of modern nursing students, utilizing the proven techniques and dynamic visuals of the Bates’ gold-standard assessment text. The content has been thoroughly updated and is based on evidence, placing emphasis on the healthy patient while also clearly outlining common findings and diseases. This allows students to develop and practice essential skills in physical examination and history taking.

The information is logically organized into Foundations, Body Systems, and Special Lifespan Considerations, providing a comprehensive review of anatomy and physiology as well as crucial practice in health history review, recording findings, and health promotion. To ensure that the latest research and emerging issues are included, such as vaping, the opioid crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic, the 3rd Edition combines trusted approaches with current clinical perspectives. This equips students for success throughout their nursing careers.

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