Orthopaedics for Physician Assistants, 2nd Edition: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by physician assistants for physician assistants, Orthopaedics for Physician Assistants, 2nd Edition, is the ultimate resource for PAs and students seeking to master orthopaedic care. Co-authored by Sara Rynders and Jennifer Hart, this text provides a clear and concise presentation of essential knowledge directly impacting patient care.

Comprehensive Yet Portable Guide

This handy guide covers everything you need to know to manage orthopaedic issues in both general practice and orthopaedic settings. It includes:

• Orthopaedic physical examination and history taking
• Imaging interpretation and diagnosis
• Treatment strategies for orthopaedic problems

The text features brief, bulleted text, consistent headings, and an easy-to-follow outline format, making it easy to navigate and understand. Clear diagrams and images are included throughout to facilitate learning.

Key Features of the 2nd Edition

This updated edition includes:

• ICD-10 codes for accurate coding and billing
• Clinical Alert boxes highlighting key information
• A quick-reference guide inside the front cover listing content by disorder name
• A concise review of common Orthopedic PANCE/PANRE topics
• Streamlined surgery content focusing on need-to-know material
• A clearer, more direct writing style, reflecting the most current research evidence and national and international guidelines

In addition, the 2nd Edition provides online videos demonstrating 14 key joint injections, including:

• Elbow joint injection
• Knee joint injection
• Medial epicondyle injection
• Subacromial injection
• Digital block, and more

Stay current with the latest research and guidelines in orthopaedic care with Orthopaedics for Physician Assistants, 2nd Edition.

Product Details:

• Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
• Publication Date: November 5, 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9780323709842, 9780323709859