Guidelines for Nurse Practitioners in Gynecologic Settings, 11th Edition – A Comprehensive Gynecology Textbook, Updated Chapters for Assessment and Management of Women’s Gynecologic Health

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.<br /> <br /> 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.<br /> <br /> <b>New to the 11th Edition:</b> <br /> <ul> <li>Enhanced mental health chapter detailing the discontinuation of SSRIs/SNRIs</li> <li>Comprehensive gynecology guidelines for management of cytological abnormalities and cervical intraepithelial neoplasia</li> <li>New information on menopause and osteoporosis</li> <li>Updated information on contraception based on patients' individual profiles and clinical data</li> <li>Revised information on natural family planning from an expert educator</li> <li>New data on the long-term effects of hormone replacement therapy</li> <li>Additional data-based evidence on over-the-counter remedies and nonprescription supplements</li> <li>New data on screenings for breast cancer and gynecologic oncology</li> <li>New Pap smear guidelines and updated info on well-women exams across the life span</li> <li>Physical assessment of pelvic floor integrity and dysfunction</li> <li>Helpful techniques for difficult gynecology exams</li> <li>Information on lesbian, bisexual, and transgender health concerns</li></ul> <br /> <b>Key Features:</b><br /> <ul> <li>Reflects best-practice standards of care empirically demonstrated to improve patient outcomes</li> <li>Presents gynecology guidelines in a concise, consistent outline format to ensure quick access to clinical information</li> <li>Written by a highly respected & experienced team of authors</li> <li>Provides valuable patient teaching information, also available online</li></ul>