Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology: A Quick-Access Guide for Nurses

By Jane Geyer MSN WHNP-BC and Jennifer Dietrich MD MSc FACOG FAAP

A Comprehensive Resource for Frontline Healthcare Providers

This unique guide focuses on pediatric and adolescent gynecology (PAG) from the perspective of frontline healthcare providers, providing nurses with current patient assessment and management information for this specialized field. The resource underscores the importance of considering the unique questions and concerns of younger patients, distinct from those of adults.

Addressing Common Patient Questions and Concerns

The guide addresses a multitude of common PAG patient questions and chief complaints, including acute and chronic conditions, and commonly prescribed medications and their potential side effects. It helps foster sound decision-making in triage settings by highlighting red flags to consider, providing:

• A list of pertinent questions to ask patients
• Assessment directives
• Recommendations for appropriate interventions and/or delegation as needed
• Description of commonly prescribed medications

Special Considerations for High-Risk Populations

Chapters also present considerations for special populations, particularly those at higher risk for gynecologic problems, medication side effects, and/or medication interactions.

Organized for Easy Access

The guide is organized into chapters based on medication or chief complaint, making it easy to use and navigate. Appendices provide useful templates for:

• Effective telephone encounters and documentation
• Home care instructions post-procedure
• A supply checklist for office treatments
• Administration and follow-up care for vaccines and injections
• At-home medication instructions

Key Features

This guide provides:

• A unique focus on common PAG concerns for nurses and physician assistants
• Management guidelines for key complaints
• Quick-access format with bulleted information, short paragraphs, charts, and tables, and references for additional information
• Coverage of medication management and side effects
• Extensive information on hormonal contraceptive options
• Useful appendices with downloadable practice tools

Published by Springer Publishing Company, 1st edition, October 19, 2020. 212 pages, English language. ISBN-10: 0826151949, ISBN-13: 978-0826151940.