Description
This ninth edition pocket companion is the portable clinical reference that nursing and allied health students across India reach for during hospital rounds and practical assessments. Designed as a condensed companion to Carolyn Jarvis’s comprehensive Physical Examination and Health Assessment textbook, this guide distills essential examination techniques, normal versus abnormal findings, and health history protocols into a format that fits in your lab coat pocket. Each body system is presented with clear, step-by-step instructions that work in real clinical settings—from vital signs and general surveys to detailed neurological and musculoskeletal assessments. The 9th edition reflects current clinical guidelines and includes updated pediatric and geriatric considerations, making it invaluable for BSc Nursing, GNM, Post Basic Nursing, and medical students preparing for practical exams or entering clinical rotations. If you need quick, reliable assessment reference at the bedside without carrying a heavy textbook, this companion delivers exactly what you need when seconds count.
- ISBN-10: 0323827845
- ISBN-13: 978-0323827843
- Edition: 9th
- Publisher: ELSEVIER (NP)
- Publication date: 23 January 2023
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 0.99 x 20.8 cm
- Print length: 330 pages
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pocket Companion for Physical Examination 9th edition useful for Indian nursing students?
Yes, this pocket guide is extremely useful for BSc Nursing, GNM, and Post Basic Nursing students in India during clinical rotations and practical exams. It provides quick reference for physical assessment techniques, normal findings, and examination protocols that align with international nursing standards taught in Indian nursing colleges.
Can I use this book without having the main Jarvis Physical Examination textbook?
Absolutely. While designed as a companion to the full textbook, this pocket guide is a complete standalone reference for clinical assessments. It covers all major body systems with step-by-step examination techniques, making it perfect for quick bedside reference during hospital postings and practical training.
What is the difference between the 9th edition and earlier editions of this pocket companion?
The 9th edition includes updated clinical guidelines, enhanced pediatric and geriatric assessment protocols, and revised content reflecting current evidence-based practice. It maintains the portable format while incorporating the latest approaches to health assessment that nursing students need for contemporary clinical practice.
Is this pocket companion suitable for medical students or only nursing students?
This guide is valuable for both nursing and medical students, as well as physician assistants and other healthcare professionals. While it’s particularly popular among nursing students for clinical rotations, the systematic approach to physical examination is applicable across healthcare disciplines for anyone learning or practicing clinical assessments.
How much does the Pocket Companion for Physical Examination 9th edition cost in India?
At The Bookish Owl, this Elsevier medical textbook is priced at ₹4,677. This is a competitive price for an imported Elsevier nursing textbook in India, and the book is in stock for immediate dispatch to nursing and medical students across the country.
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