Canadian Family Practice Guidelines

The only Canadian guideline resource created by and for NPs―organized for speed, trusted for clinical excellence 

Built for Canadian NP education and real-world use, this guide offers reliable national standards for over 250 common disorders and scenarios. 

Culturally responsive, gender-neutral, and evidence-aligned, the book supports safe prescribing, accurate differential diagnosis, and clear teaching tools―all tailored for Canada's unique regulatory landscape. Unlock your free eBook with your print purchase―accessible anytime on Springer Publishing Connect! 

What’s New: 

• More content on substance use disorders, including updated guidance on screening, intervention, and treatment 
• Expanded sexual and reproductive health content, featuring inclusive, gender-affirming care protocols 
• All guidelines thoroughly updated to reflect current Canadian best practices and Health Canada standards 
• New public health topics added, including elder abuse and LGBTQ2S+ health concerns 
• Consistent use of gender-neutral language and emphasis on culturally safe, decolonized care approaches 

Key Features: 

• Covers 250+ disorders with step-by-step guidance, Canadian drug names, diagnostic tests, and client teaching guides across the lifespan 
• Builds clinical confidence and competence, helping readers deliver safe, evidence-based, and culturally responsive care in Canadian settings 
• Bulleted format and consistent structure support quick reference, easier studying, and deeper understanding across all primary care topics 
• Authored by leading Canadian NP educators and clinicians, ensuring relevance, credibility, and real-world applicability in every chapter

Jill C. Cash, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 33 years of experience in primary care. She currently practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center with the Vanderbilt Medical Group at Westhaven Family Practice in Franklin, Tennessee and serves as an Associate in Medicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. She recently has been selected as the Educational Program Coordinator for the Primary Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Academy at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.  

Debbie Fraser, MN, NP, FCAN, is an Associate Professor and Curriculum Lead for the Nurse Practitioner Program at Athabasca University. In addition, Ms. Fraser holds various volunteer leadership roles with the Academy of Neonatal Nursing, and holds adjunct faculty positions in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Manitoba and in the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Alberta. Ms. Fraser serves as editor-in-chief for the Neonatal Network journal. She has received many awards, including the Canadian Nurses Association Order of Merit for Nursing Education (2014). Ms Fraser has recently been appointed as one of the co-editors for the Core Curriculum for Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing. She  is widely published in peer-reviewed journals and is a regular chapter contributor in for a number of nursing textbooks. 

Margaret Edwards, PhD, RN, FCAN, is a professor and former dean in the Faculty of Health Disciplines at Athabasca University, where she has been instrumental in establishing what are regarded as Canada’s leading online nursing programs, playing a key role in developing and delivering exemplary online education offering rich learning experiences to build the capacity of nurses. Her ongoing research and scholarly activity focuses on nursing informatics and strengthening online learning.