Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam Pocket Guide, Third Edition
Third Edition: The Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam Pocket Guide is a clinician reference for interpreting physical examination findings related to nutrition. Its updated images cover muscle and fat wasting, micronutrient findings and oedema, with laminated pages intended for frequent use.
At a glance
- Describes physical exam and micronutrient exam findings to support interpretation of muscle and fat wasting, micronutrient deficiencies and toxicities, and oedema.
- Updated images depict degrees of muscle and fat wasting and micronutrient deficiencies.
- Laminated pages are specified for frequent use.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The images cover a range from well-nourished to severe wasting, giving clinicians visual reference points for key muscle and fat regions.
- Laminated pages suit repeated consultation in clinical settings.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics |
|---|---|
| Edition | Third |
| Publication date | 30 Dec. 2021 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 277 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0880912065 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0880912068 |
| Weight listed | 210 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 18 x 18 x 1.5 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Clinicians seeking a pocket reference for nutrition-focused physical examinations.
- Nutrition and dietetics learners who want illustrated examples of wasting and micronutrient findings.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general nutrition textbook or a substitute for clinical training and judgement.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean strongly positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a smaller spread of lower ratings means experiences are not uniformly positive. No written customer feedback is supplied, so the ratings do not identify specific strengths or concerns. Buyers should judge the book by its stated clinical scope, illustrations and laminated format.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does the guide cover?
The listing describes physical and micronutrient exam findings, including muscle and fat wasting, micronutrient deficiencies and toxicities, and oedema.
What is updated in this edition?
The listing says images throughout are updated, including images showing degrees of wasting and new images depicting micronutrient deficiencies.
Are the pages suitable for frequent use?
The listing states that the pages are laminated for frequent use.
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