Dermatology for the Advanced Practice Nurse

Lyons DNP RN FNP-C, Faye; Ousley DNP FNP-C, Lisa D.

ISBN 10: 0826136435 / ISBN 13: 9780826136435

Published by Springer Publishing Company (edition First Edition), 2014

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Synopsis:

Unique decision trees promote accurate diagnosis and treatment of 60 common skin conditions.

This is the first primary care dermatology reference written by and for nurses. It focuses on approximately 60 skin conditions that are commonly seen in primary care settings and provides unique decision trees to assist in accurate diagnosis. Organized for quick access, the book presents conditions alphabetically and includes evidence-based treatment and management strategies along with full-color photos taken during actual office visits. Dermatologic diagnostics cover skin assessment, specimen collection procedures, and use of mechanical devices, along with relevant evidence-based topical, systemic, and surgical treatment options.

The resource provides an overview of dermatology basics including skin anatomy and physiology and skin terminology. Illustrations, graphs, and skin terminology help to accurately document descriptions of rashes, lesions, and diseases during diagnostic evaluations. The book also defines risk factors in relation to skin conditions and diseases and delineates conditions common to specific populations. A broad range of management strategies is presented along with alerts for when expert follow-up is indicated. To promote rapid identification of skin conditions, each is presented in a consistent organization that includes overview, epidemiology, pathology/histology, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, treatment/management, special considerations and appropriate referrals, and patient education. The Clinical Pearls feature captures the authors" expertise. Additional photos are available from the website as a digital photo archive.

Key Features:

• Focuses on approximately 60 common dermatological conditions with high-quality, full-color photos
• Presents four unique decision trees to foster accurate diagnosis and clinical decision making
• Delivers evidence-based protocols for diagnosis, treatment, and management
• Uses a consistent format to promote quick access to information
• Written by advanced-degree nurse practitioners with nurses" informational needs in mind

About the Authors:

Faye Lyons, DNP, RN, FNP-C, is a DNP-prepared nurse practitioner with experience in family practice, internal medicine (cardiology and neurology), dermatology, and aesthetic dermatology. Her experience in dermatology includes working with the New River Dermatology Group (Blacksburg, VA) and with Derm One (Wytheville, VA).

Lisa Ousley, DNP, RN, FNP, is a DNP-prepared family nurse practitioner (FNP), a primary care provider, and a graduate online instructor at the University of Phoenix.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Dermatology for the Advanced Practice Nurse
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company (edition First Edition)
Publication Date: 2014
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Edition: First Edition.