Commentary on the First Edition:
This book’s structure makes it suitable for both inexperienced and seasoned advanced practice nurses. Each chapter describes the issue, how frequently it arises, and what causes the issue. The book contains the physical examination landmarks and potential diagnostic tests to help with assessment. A treatment plan is presented together with a number of various therapy options, and it also specifies the kind of follow-up that is required. Anyone working in geriatrics would find this to be a valuable resource.92 points, or 4 stars!
–Doody’s Reviews
In order to help physicians provide the best primary care to adult and older adult patients, this practical text and clinical reference—used by thousands of NP students and practitioners alike—provides national practice guidelines and professional standards of care. The updated third version includes new charts to improve readability and updates all chapters, teaching guidelines, and explanatory charts. It also incorporates the knowledge of two prominent adult-gerontology practitioners. Sjogren’s disease, reactive arthritis, elder abuse, LGBTQ health, concussion assessment, joint pain, bursitis, and fractures, peripheral neuropathy, and perimenopause/menopause are only a few of the topics covered in the most recent content. The third version contains COVID-19 treatment and vaccinations as well as the updated Beers Criteria.
The material offers the most recent recommendations in an organized, bulleted manner that is convenient for quick reference and study purposes. It is conveniently organized by body system and includes comprehensive information on physical examinations and diagnostic testing, guidelines for care, dietary advice, typical procedures, national patient resources, and well-liked Client Teaching Guides, which are accessible in print and digital form and are useful as both patient handouts and concise study aids. The book contains clinical points that emphasize important practice considerations. The book will be a helpful companion for NP students as they transition to professional practice and beyond because of its enormous breadth and depth of content. Access to the eBook is provided with the purchase for usage on the majority of desktops or mobile devices.
New to the Third Edition:
Completely updated content including patient teaching guides and charts
New charts added to enhance comprehension
Coverage of Sjogren’s syndrome; reactive arthritis; elder abuse; LGBTQ health; concussion assessment; joint pain, bursitis, and fractures; peripheral neuropathy, and perimenopause/menopause
Latest guidelines on COVID-19 treatment and vaccines
Updated Beers Criteria
Current CDC recommendations on vaccines and cancer screening
Key characteristics:
provides reliable recommendations for more than 275 diseases
presents recommendations for using a body system by body system.
disorders are listed alphabetically for convenience.
highlights important practical considerations
delivers individualized care for pregnant, geriatric, and adult patients.
offers patient take-home teaching supplements and short study aids in the form of client teaching guides.
