Health Assessment in Nursing

Weber's Health Assessment in Nursing, 8th Edition, combines evidence-based practices with practical tools to help nursing educators teach essential assessment skills effectively. Renowned for its clarity, the text organizes normal and abnormal findings side by side, making complex concepts accessible for instruction and preparing students for clinical success. Faculty have long appreciated the text's balanced, comprehensive approach, designed to meet diverse teaching needs. The 8th Edition retains the trusted colorful layout and organization, while incorporating updated assessment guidelines and alignment with AACN Essentials for competency-based education. New features include the Lippincott CoursePoint Hair, Skin, and Nails Atlas, showcasing diverse skin tones to promote inclusive care, and a video on transgender patient history-taking, enhancing culturally competent communication skills. With detailed guidance on interviewing, physical examinations, and documentation, the text builds student confidence in delivering safe, evidence-based care. Faculty benefit from robust CoursePoint+ resources, including adaptive quizzing, virtual simulations, and pre-lecture tools that simplify preparation and enrich learning. This trusted resource equips educators with everything needed to deliver engaging, up-to-date instruction, while preparing students to provide accurate, patient-centered care in diverse healthcare settings.