This unique primary care reference provides the concise, yet thorough information primary care providers need in today’s fast-paced, collaborative environment. It presents disorders alphabetically for easy reference and covers a multitude of adult disorders and related issues ― several of which are not found in other primary care textbooks, including barotrauma, rehabilitation, and domestic violence. Each disorder is discussed from a primary care perspective with the information necessary to treat adult patients in a caring, cost-effective manner. This new edition adds discussions of evidence-based practice and health promotion/illness prevention within each section.

Written by NPs, PAs, MDs, nurses, and technicians from all over the country to reflect the true nature of today's collaborative practice.
Organized alphabetically by disorder for fast and easy reference.
Includes an 8-page, 4-color plate section with high-quality photos of physical findings.
Covers disorders and issues not usually found in primary care textbooks.
Thoroughly covers cardiac conditions and office emergencies.
Includes lifestyle assessment, a discussion on collaborative practice, and an extensive lifespan section.
Written clearly and concisely for easy, yet thorough referencing.
Includes an easy-to-find special icon and indications for those conditions that need immediate referral to a specialist or hospital.
Features Diagnostic and Differential Diagnosis boxes for quick reference.
Includes specific information on co-management of complex conditions with specialists or physicians.
Incorporates patient education information for each condition to enhance the ability to counsel patients.

Includes an expanded discussion of complementary health care therapies and available evidence supporting their use in the management section.
Features new information about health promotion/illness prevention in each section.
New chapters include Infectious Mononucleosis, Influenza, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Syndrome X, Palliative Care, Pre-Surgical Clearance, and Pre-Participation Sports Physicals.
Features extensive websites from national foundations and professional organizations.
Includes new illustrations, tables, and photographs.
Provides updated and expanded reference lists.

About the Author

Patricia Polgar-Bailey, Family Nurse Practitioner and Integrative Care Provider, Charlottesville Free Clinic; Clinical Psychologist, Blue Mountains Health, Charlottesville, Virginia.

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