Accurate patient assessment is crucial for delivering quality care and initiating appropriate interventions. This book outlines systematic approaches to collecting vital signs, conducting physical examinations, and identifying clinical symptoms. It includes guidance on using diagnostic tools such as stethoscopes, pulse oximeters, and glucometers. Readers learn to assess respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and gastrointestinal systems. Emphasis is placed on documentation, critical thinking, and early detection of patient deterioration. The content is vital for paramedics, nurses, and healthcare trainees developing monitoring skills.
Dax Emerson is known for his expertise in clinical assessment protocols and physiological monitoring in acute and long-term care settings. He has trained nurses and paramedics in standardized assessment tools and point-of-care evaluation techniques. His work integrates clinical judgment frameworks with sensor-based monitoring technologies. He frequently contributes to curriculum design for emergency health training programs. His academic and professional interests include early warning systems, patient triage models, and bedside diagnostic indicators.