Primary Care: A Collaborative Practice, 4th Edition – Evidence-Based Content for Nurse Practitioners

Written by esteemed Nurse Practitioners Terry Mahan Buttaro, Joann Trybulski, Patricia Polgar Bailey, and Joanne Sandberg-Cook, Primary Care: A Collaborative Practice, 4th Edition is a comprehensive resource that prepares healthcare professionals to provide top-notch care for adults in outpatient settings. With a unique collaborative perspective, this text/reference caters to the needs of Nurse Practitioners, MDs, PAs, PharmDs, and other healthcare professionals, promoting seamless continuity of care.

Evidence-Based Content for Primary Care

This 4th Edition features evidence-based content reflecting the latest guidelines for primary care of hundreds of conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, and sexually transmitted infections. The authors have incorporated the latest research and standardized guidelines to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality care in today’s fast-paced, collaborative environment.

New Topics and Features

This updated edition includes new chapters on:

• Genetics: risk assessment, family history-taking, and direct-to-consumer genetic testing
• Obesity and Weight Management: causes, risk factors, and strategies for management and prevention
• Lifestyle Management: guidelines for helping patients increase quality and length of life through nutrition, diet, smoking cessation, and avoidance of lifestyle-related illnesses
• Emergency Preparedness, Recognition, and Response in Primary Care: the emerging role of primary care providers in responding to outbreaks, pandemics, and disasters
• Neuropsychological Evaluation: when to refer patients with cognitive difficulties for neuropsychological testing
• Environmental Allergies: increasingly common allergy complaints

Enhanced Features for Better Patient Care

This edition also includes:

• Full-color design for easier reading and reference, with key assessment findings shown in true-to-life color photos
• Diagnostics and Differential Diagnosis boxes for quick reference and effective management planning
• Physician Consultation icons highlighting situations or conditions where consultation is recommended or necessary
• Emergency Referral icons identifying signs and symptoms that indicate the need for immediate referral to an emergency facility
• Co-management with Specialists discussions promoting truly collaborative care in outpatient settings
• Complementary and alternative therapies addressed where supported by solid research evidence

Caring for the Elderly and Underserved Populations

The 4th Edition places a special emphasis on caring for the elderly, with italicized sections highlighting the unique needs of this population. Additionally, the text covers health care disparities in the treatment of patients with diabetes and LGBT patients, ensuring healthcare professionals are equipped to provide culturally competent care.

Stay current with the latest advancements in primary care and collaborative practice with Primary Care: A Collaborative Practice, 4th Edition. This comprehensive resource is an essential tool for Nurse Practitioners, healthcare professionals, and students seeking to provide high-quality, evidence-based care for adults in outpatient settings.