Guidelines for Nurse Practitioners in Gynecologic Settings, 11th Edition – A Comprehensive Gynecology Textbook, Updated Chapters for Assessment and Management of Women’s Gynecologic Health
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Guidelines for Nurse Practitioners in Gynecologic Settings, 11th Edition – A Comprehensive Gynecology Textbook, Updated Chapters for Assessment and Management of Women’s Gynecologic Health
As a comprehensive gynecology book, the 11th edition of this classic guide for assessment and management of women€s gynecological health is updated with cutting-edge topics, new evidence-based guidelines, and current patient teaching materials to enhance excellence in clinical practice. This edition features extensive revisions regarding contraceptive methods, CAMs, medical abortion, HIV/AIDS, HPV screening and vaccine recommendations, and more.
This gynecology textbook includes complete guidelines presented in a format that includes definition, etiology, history, physical exam, laboratory exam, differential diagnosis, treatment, complications, consultation/referral, and follow-up.
New to the 11th Edition:
Enhanced mental health chapter detailing the discontinuation of SSRIs/SNRIs
Comprehensive gynecology guidelines for management of cytological abnormalities and cervical intraepithelial neoplasia
New information on menopause and osteoporosis
Updated information on contraception based on patients' individual profiles and clinical data
Revised information on natural family planning from an expert educator
New data on the long-term effects of hormone replacement therapy
Additional data-based evidence on over-the-counter remedies and nonprescription supplements
New data on screenings for breast cancer and gynecologic oncology
New Pap smear guidelines and updated info on well-women exams across the life span
Physical assessment of pelvic floor integrity and dysfunction
Helpful techniques for difficult gynecology exams
Information on lesbian, bisexual, and transgender health concerns
Key Features:
Reflects best-practice standards of care empirically demonstrated to improve patient outcomes
Presents gynecology guidelines in a concise, consistent outline format to ensure quick access to clinical information
Written by a highly respected & experienced team of authors
Provides valuable patient teaching information, also available online