2nd Edition
by Margaret R. Colyar DSN ARPN C-FNP (Author)
Awarded second place in the 2020 AJN Book of the Year Award in the Adult Primary Care category Here is an illustrated, easy-to-reference handbook with step-by-step instructions for the procedures most commonly performed by primary care clinicians in office, hospital, and other outpatient settings. Organized by major body systems, each section reviews the diagnostic procedures for that system, followed by all of the information you need to perform the procedure. Begin with an overview and a list of methods for performing the procedure, followed by rationales, indications and contraindications. The procedure section lists the required equipment and provides step-by-step instructions for performing the procedure. You’ll also have CPT coding guidelines and health promotion and safety prevention tips for client teaching as well as post-procedure care. A Definite Book for any Learning Clinician, Easy To Read and Understand With Pictures… ”I would definitely say this is by far one of the best books I have gotten. Pictures, clear and precise information as well as easy to read and understand. Definitions for everything being performed as well as information regarding irregular findings.”
