Pocket Companion for Physical Examination & Health Assessment

Jarvis's Pocket Companion for Physical Examination & Health Assessment, 9th Edition is a comprehensive handbook for assessment lab and clinical settings, featuring summaries of examination steps, comparisons of normal versus abnormal findings, lifespan and cultural considerations, and more than 250 full-color photos and drawings. Written by renowned educator and clinician Dr. Carolyn Jarvis and co-author Dr. Ann L. Eckhardt, it is an ideal clinical tool for beginners and practitioners.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

A comprehensive and user-friendly guide for both assessment lab and clinical settings, Jarvis's Pocket Companion for Physical Examination & Health Assessment, 9th Edition, offers a quick and efficient way to master essential assessment skills and techniques. By referring to summaries of examination steps, comparisons of normal versus abnormal findings, lifespan and cultural considerations, integration of QSEN safety competencies, and more than 250 full-color photos and drawings, you'll conduct more effective exams. Authored by renowned educator and clinician Dr. Carolyn Jarvis, now joined by co-author Dr. Ann L. Eckhardt, this companion handbook is an invaluable clinical tool for beginners learning health assessment skills as well as experienced practitioners seeking a portable reference.

The handbook is organized in a color-coded format, making it easy for users to locate the information they need. Each body system chapter is divided into major sections, including Anatomy, Subjective Data, Objective Data, and Abnormal Findings. Abnormal findings tables help students recognize, classify, and describe key abnormal findings, while Health Promotion and Patient Teaching sections emphasize the unique role of nurses, especially advanced practice nurses, in health promotion.

Developmental Competence sections highlight content specific to infants, children, adolescents, pregnant women, and older adults. Summary checklists review key examination steps for quick reference, and a Spanish-language translation chart enhances communication with Spanish-speaking patients during the physical examination.

In addition, the content of the handbook has been updated to correspond to the 9th edition of the Jarvis textbook and reflects the latest research and evidence-based practices. An increased focus on social determinants of health (SODH) addresses disparities that can affect health outcomes, enabling a whole-health approach to patient care.

Overall, Jarvis's Pocket Companion for Physical Examination & Health Assessment, 9th Edition, is a must-have resource for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their assessment skills and provide optimal patient care.

Weight: 312g
Dimension: 127 x 210 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323827843
Edition number: 9 ed