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"Master physical examination with Jarvis -- the most trusted name in health assessment for nurses! With an easy-to-follow approach, unmatched learning support, and new Next-Generation NCLEX® integration, 'Physical Examination & Health Assessment, 9th Edition', is the most widely used, authoritative, complete, and easily implemented learning solution for health assessment in nursing. Updated! Photos identify common skin conditions in both light skin and dark skin, increasing inclusivity and representation for better health outcomes. Updated! Expanded transgender considerations promote culturally competent care of this underserved patient population. New! Wellness Screening guidelines feature recommendations for average-risk and high-risk groups and provide a quick reference with evidence-based citations for clinicians. New! Fully integrated print and electronic coverage of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (NCJMM) helps equip you for the Next-Generation NCLEX® (NGN). Updated! An unsurpassed collection of more than 1100 full-color illustrations vividly showcases anatomy and physiology, examination techniques, and abnormal findings. Updated! An increased focus on social determinants of health (SDOH) addresses the disparities that can affect health outcomes, enabling a whole-health approach. Updated! Genetics and Environment sections explore the current science of genetic influence on common disease states while also giving importance to environment and SDOH. A clear, conversational, step-by-step, evidence-based approach covers physical examination and health assessment of patients throughout the life span. A consistent format form chapter to chapter features sections on structure and function, subjective data, objective data, documentation and critical thinking, health promotion and patient teaching, and abnormal findings to help you learn to assess systematically. Engaging online learning resources include asse