Main description:

Praise for the First Edition:

"Because of the way it is organized, this book meets the needs of both novice and experienced advance practice nurses. Each chapter defines the problem, how often it occurs, and what leads to the problem. To aid in assessment, the book includes the physical examination landmarks as well as diagnostic tests that might be needed. A plan of care is offered with several different alternatives for treatment and then notes what type of follow-up is needed. This would be a great resource for anyone working in the field of geriatrics...Score: 92 - 4 Stars!

--Doody's Reviews

This hands-on text and clinical reference--used by thousands of NP students and practitioners alike--delivers national practice guidelines and professional standards of care to help clinicians deliver optimal primary care to adult and older adult patients. The new third edition, featuring the expert input of two renowned Adult-Gerontology practitioners, updates all chapters, teaching guides, and illustrative charts and provides new charts to enhance readability. Fresh content includes information on Sjogren's syndrome; reactive arthritis; elder abuse; LGBTQ health; concussion assessment; joint pain, bursitis, and fractures; peripheral neuropathy; and perimenopause/menopause. The third edition also includes the updated Beers Criteria and covers COVID-19 treatment and vaccines.

Ideal for quick reference and as a study guide, the text presents the most up-to-date guidelines in a consistent, easy-to-read, bulleted format. Conveniently organized by body system, it features detailed content on the physical examination and diagnostic testing, information on health promotion, guidelines of care, dietary information, common procedures, national patient resources, and popular Client Teaching Guides--available in print and digital format--that serve as both patient handouts and concise study tools. Clinical points throughout the text highlight critical practice considerations. The book, with its great breadth and depth of information, will be a welcome companion for NP students as they transition to professional practice and beyond. Purchase includes access to eBook for use on most mobile devices or computers.

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 Features:

Offers consistent guidelines for over 275 disorders
Presents practice guidelines organized by body system
Lists disorders alphabetically for easy access
Highlights key considerations for practice
Delivers individual care considerations for adult, geriatric, and pregnant patients
Provides Client Teaching Guides serving as both take-home teaching supplements for patients and a concise study tool for students

Contents:

Index of Client Teaching Guides

Contributors

Acknowledgments

Section I: Guidelines

Chapter 1. Normal Physiological Changes in the Aging Adult

Chapter 2. Healthy Living for the Adult-Geriatric Client

Chapter 3. Adult-Geriatric Assessments

Chapter 4. Caregiver and End-of-Life Issues

Chapter 5. Geriatric Syndromes

Chapter 6. Pain Management Guidelines

Chapter 7. Dermatology Guidelines

Chapter 8. Eye Guidelines

Chapter 9. Ear Guidelines

Chapter 10. Nasal Guidelines

Chapter 11. Throat and Mouth Guidelines

Chapter 12. Respiratory Guidelines

Chapter 13. Cardiovascular Guidelines

Chapter 14. Gastrointestinal Guidelines

Chapter 15. Genitourinary Guidelines

Chapter 16. Obstetrics Guidelines

Chapter 17. Gynecologic Guidelines

Chapter 18. Sexually Transmitted Infections Guidelines

Chapter 19. Infectious Disease Guidelines

Chapter 20. Systemic Disorders Guidelines

Chapter 21. Musculoskeletal Guidelines

Chapter 22. Rheumatological Guidelines

Chapter 23. Neurologic Guidelines

Chapter 24. Endocrine Guidelines

Chapter 25. Psychiatric Guidelines

Section II: Procedures

Section III: Appendices

Appendix A: Normal Laboratory Values

Appendix B: Dietary Recommendations

Appendix C: Beers Criteria

Appendix D: Deprescribing Algorithms

Index