Dermatology for the Advanced Practice Nurse
English
By (author): Faye Lyons Lisa Ousley
The resource provides an overview of dermatology basics including skin anatomy and physiology. Illustrations, graphs, and skin terminology help to document rashes, lesions, and diseases during diagnostic evaluations. The book also includes risk factors in relation to skin conditions and diseases. It addresses dermatologic diagnostics such as skin assessment, specimen collection procedures, and evidence-based topical, systemic, and surgical treatment options. A broad spectrum of management strategies are included along with alerts when expert follow-up is indicated. Additionally, the book supplies patient education information.
Key Features:
- Focuses on more than 60 commonly seen 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 practice nurses with nurses' informational needs in mind