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.

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.

New to the 11th Edition:

• Enhanced mental health chapter detailing the discontinuation of SSRIs/SNRIs
• Comprehensive gynecology guidelines for management of cytological abnormalities and cervical intraepithelial neoplasia
• New information on menopause and osteoporosis
• Updated information on contraception based on patients' individual profiles and clinical data
• Revised information on natural family planning from an expert educator
• New data on the long-term effects of hormone replacement therapy
• Additional data-based evidence on over-the-counter remedies and nonprescription supplements
• New data on screenings for breast cancer and gynecologic oncology
• New Pap smear guidelines and updated info on well-women exams across the life span
• Physical assessment of pelvic floor integrity and dysfunction
• Helpful techniques for difficult gynecology exams
• Information on lesbian, bisexual, and transgender health concerns

Key Features:

• Reflects best-practice standards of care empirically demonstrated to improve patient outcomes
• Presents gynecology guidelines in a concise, consistent outline format to ensure quick access to clinical information
• Written by a highly respected & experienced team of authors
• Provides valuable patient teaching information, also available online