Advanced Health Assessment & Clinical Diagnosis in Primary Care 7th Edition

Unlock Expert-Level Clinical Reasoning & Diagnostic Skills

“Advanced Health Assessment & Clinical Diagnosis in Primary Care, 7th Edition” is the definitive resource for healthcare professionals aiming to elevate their diagnostic acumen. Far beyond basic physical examination, this book guides you through a systematic, evidence-based diagnostic reasoning process — from a patient’s initial complaint to accurate clinical diagnosis.

Why This Edition Stands Out

Symptom-Based, Patient-Centred Approach — Instead of beginning with a predetermined diagnosis, this edition organizes content by patient symptoms or chief complaints, mirroring real-world primary care workflows.

Comprehensive Diagnostic Reasoning Process — Covers focused history taking, advanced physical examination techniques, interpretation of findings, and suggested laboratory/diagnostic studies. Differential diagnosis tables and decision-making guidance make it a practical tool for busy clinicians.

Updated with Contemporary Content — New chapters on veterans’ health, care for transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) patients, and a chapter on contemporary primary care approaches (including telehealth, screenings, immunizations, pandemic care, and holistic public-health context).

Lifespan & Diversity Sensitive — Includes pediatric assessment integration, screening for abuse or sexual assault, and updated content reflecting issues of race, ethnicity, gender identity — ensuring inclusive, culturally responsive care.

Trusted by Professionals & Educators — Recognized as a core title in diagnosis/assessment and widely used by advanced practice nurses, primary care providers, nursing students, and medical educators.

Who Should Consider This Book

This book is ideal for:

Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) and Nurse Practitioners

Primary Care Physicians and Clinicians

Nursing and Medical Students

Healthcare Educators and Trainers

Practitioners working with diverse populations including veterans and gender-diverse individuals

Anyone seeking to upgrade their clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and primary care diagnostic skills

How This Book Enhances Clinical Practice

From Complaint to Diagnosis: The format mirrors real-life consultations — you start from what the patient says (symptoms/complaints) and proceed logically to differential diagnoses and then a working diagnosis.

Evidence-Based Decision Making: It incorporates updated evidence-based practices, newer diagnostic standards, and public-health considerations relevant to current primary care especially post-pandemic scenarios.

Inclusive Care: The addition of chapters focused on TGD care, veterans’ health, and culturally competent practice helps clinicians address health disparities and provide inclusive care.

Efficient Reference for Busy Practitioners: With organized chapters, quick-reference tables, and a practical “chief-complaint to diagnosis” structure — the book is designed to be a handy reference, even during busy clinical shifts.