Dermatology for Advanced Practice Clinicians

The gap between training and clinical demand has been answered with the first comprehensive dermatology resource written for healthcare professionals across the clinical spectrum

Dermatology for Advanced Practice Clinicians
is a breakthrough, comprehensive clinical resource. This indispensable
reference presents dermatosis knowledge and patient care in terms
relevant to everyday clinical practice. Content addresses basic
pathophysiology and epidemiology within the realities of common
presentations, diagnostics, complications, treatment, patient education,
and follow-up. This is the definitive clinical reference for developing
accurate, informed differential diagnoses for commonly presented skin
conditions. Peel back the cover and inside you’ll find . . .

· More than 600 color photos of common skin diseases and numerous quick-reference tables, to aid prompt, accurate diagnoses
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Chapters address: basic science and diagnostic approach; topical
therapies and corticosteroids; numerous skin disorders and infections;
infestations, stings and bites; drug eruptions; malignancies; wound
care; aesthetics; basic cosmetic dermatology; and essential dermatology
skills
· User-friendly sections address common pitfalls, clinical
pearls, special considerations, key concepts, guidelines for referral
and consultation, and differential diagnoses for each condition
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Opening chapters supply basic science knowledge of lesion morphology—an
aid for developing key diagnostic skills for skin exams
· Focus is on skin diseases that are: most common, most potentially threatening, and most infectious
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Section on common dermatologic procedures covers cryotherapy,
destruction of lesions, biopsies with simple suturing, intralesional
injections, and incision and drainage, with review of indications,
complications, equipment, procedural steps, aftercare, and patient
follow-up
· Must-have resource for nurse practitioners, clinical
nurse specialists, physicians’ assistants, dermatology RNs, and all
advanced practice clinicians.
This title is an American Journal of Nursing 2015 Book of The Year Contest Winner.