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
