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Family Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN,Karen Sue Hoyt, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN, FAAN
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-20
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780826134141

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Fast-track medical settings call for “at-your-fingertips” information. Here is an easy-to-use, quick-reference guide for nurse practitioners and other health care providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast track, and/or primary care settings with family patients. In a concise, optimally organized format that includes current, evidence-based guidelines, the resource delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most commonly encountered problems in these settings. Concise yet packed with crucial knowledge, The Pocket NP is arranged in a logical head-to-toe format that includes the history and physical examination and essential medical decision-making considerations. The material is organized in a true rapid access format, with salient information presented for maximum efficiency and speed of retrieval. A variety of templates for dictation/documentation are provided to assist the clinician with the development of a concise and logical patient record. These templates can be mixed and matched as needed and, using a specific template for focused patient problems (e.g., knee pain), will facilitate assessment fine tuning. Also included are frequently used illustrations for anatomical records as well as templates to assist in identification of normal and abnormal presentations. Additional helpful features include “Tips” and “Don’t Miss” boxes with bullet points of critical information, a rapid “review of systems,” billing information, and a dedicated page for NP “Survival Information” and notes. Key Features: Provides ultra-quick access to patient treatment information Offers easy-to-use framework for quickly locating critical information Presents templates for identifying normal and abnormal presentations Contains a rapid “review of systems” Delivers content in head-to-toe format Includes “Tips” and “Don’t Miss” boxes with bullet points of critical information

Pediatric Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN,Karen Sue Hoyt, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN, FAAN
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2016-01-20
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780826134127

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Pediatric Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care by Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN,Karen Sue Hoyt, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN, FAAN Pdf

Fast-track medical settings call for “at-your-fingertips” information. Here is an easy-to-use, quick-reference guide for nurse practitioners and other health care providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast track, and/or primary care settings with pediatric patients. In a concise, optimally organized format that includes current, evidence-based guidelines, the resource delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most commonly encountered problems in these settings. Concise yet packed with crucial knowledge, The Pocket NP is arranged in a logical head-to-toe format that includes the history and physical examination and essential medical decision-making considerations. The material is organized in a true rapid-access format, with salient information presented for maximum efficiency and speed of retrieval. A variety of templates for dictation/documentation are provided to assist the clinician with the development of a concise and logical patient record. These templates can be mixed and matched as needed and, using a specific template for focused patient problems (e.g., foreign body ingestion), will facilitate assessment fine tuning. Also included are frequently used illustrations for anatomical records as well as templates to assist in identification of normal and abnormal presentations. Additional helpful features include “Tips” and “Don’t Miss” boxes with bullet points of critical information, a rapid “review of systems,” billing information, and a dedicated page for NP “Survival Information” and notes. Key Features: Provides ultra-quick access to patient treatment information Offers easy-to-use framework for quickly locating critical information Presents templates for identifying normal and abnormal presentations Contains a rapid “review of systems” Delivers content in head-to-toe format Includes “Tips” and “Don’t Miss” boxes with bullet points of critical information

Family Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care, Second Edition

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea,Karen Sue Hoyt
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2020-05-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0826151728

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Praise for the First Edition: "This is the best pocket guide in the market. It is easy to use and straight to the point with up to date information. I highly recommend it for anyone practicing in fast-paced settings" -Pedro Colio DNP, APRN, FNP-C, ENP-C, CCRN Emergency Department Educator/ Nurse Practitioner El Centro Regional Medical Center Updated to promote ultra-quick access to current information NPs need daily Now in its second edition, this reference guide for nurse practitioners and other health care providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast track, and/or primary care family settings continues to provide ultra-quick access to key assessment and management information. The Pocket NP delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most-commonly encountered problems in fast-track settings. Arranged in a logical head-to-toe format, it includes the history, physical examination, and essential medical decision-making considerations needed to walk you step-by-step through a typical patient encounter. New to the Second Edition: Updated medical decision-making sections with documentation templates Updated pharmacology and drug administration information New ultrasound dictation templates for each section where it is performed New tables including eye chart for vision in trauma patients New ultrasound images New line drawings depicting various conditions Updated clinical guidelines Key Features: Provides ultra-quick access to patient treatment information Offers easy-to-use framework for quickly locating critical knowledge Presents templates for identifying normal and abnormal presentations Delivers content in logical head-to-toe format Includes time-tested "Tips" and "Don't Miss" boxes with bullet points of critical information Provides anatomic illustrations that assist in diagnosis/management of conditions Contains billing information

Family Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN, ANP, CEN,Karen Sue Hoyt, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN, FAAN
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780826151735

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Family Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care by Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN, ANP, CEN,Karen Sue Hoyt, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN, FAAN Pdf

Praise for the First Edition: “This is the best pocket guide in the market. It is easy to use and straight to the point with up to date information. I highly recommend it for anyone practicing in fast-paced settings” -Pedro Colio DNP, APRN, FNP-C, ENP-C, CCRN Emergency Department Educator/ Nurse Practitioner El Centro Regional Medical Center Updated to promote ultra-quick access to current information NPs need daily Now in its second edition, this reference guide for nurse practitioners and other health care providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast track, and/or primary care family settings continues to provide ultra-quick access to key assessment and management information. The Pocket NP delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most-commonly encountered problems in fast-track settings. Arranged in a logical head-to-toe format, it includes the history, physical examination, and essential medical decision-making considerations needed to walk you step-by-step through a typical patient encounter. New to the Second Edition: Updated medical decision-making sections with documentation templates Updated pharmacology and drug administration information New ultrasound dictation templates for each section where it is performed New tables including eye chart for vision in trauma patients New ultrasound images New line drawings depicting various conditions Updated clinical guidelines Key Features: Provides ultra-quick access to patient treatment information Offers easy-to-use framework for quickly locating critical knowledge Presents templates for identifying normal and abnormal presentations Delivers content in logical head-to-toe format Includes time-tested “Tips” and “Don’t Miss” boxes with bullet points of critical information Provides anatomic illustrations that assist in diagnosis/management of conditions Contains billing information

Geriatric Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care, Second Edition

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN, ANP, CEN,Karen Sue Hoyt, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN, FAAN
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780826151759

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Praise for the First Edition: "The pocket NP guide is an easy to use clinical companion guiding the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of common presentations to the emergency setting. I personally use this resource in my clinical practice and also recommend it to all of my students. I highly recommend the pocket NP guide for any practitioners working or thinking of working in the emergency setting." -Theresa Campo DNP, FNP-C, ENP-BC, FAANP Updated to promote ultra-quick access to current information NPs need daily Now in its second edition, this reference guide for nurse practitioners and other health care providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast track, and/or geriatric settings continues to provide ultra-quick access to key assessment and management information. The Pocket NP delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most-commonly encountered problems in fast-track settings. Arranged in a logical head-to-toe format, it includes the history, physical examination, and essential medical decision-making considerations needed to walk you step-by-step through a typical patient encounter. New to the Second Edition: Updated medical decision-making sections with documentation templates Updated pharmacology and drug administration information New ultrasound dictation templates for each section where it is performed New tables including eye chart for vision in trauma patients New ultrasound images New line drawings depicting various conditions Updated clinical guidelines Key Features: Provides ultra-quick access to patient treatment information Offers easy-to-use framework for quickly locating critical knowledge Presents templates for identifying normal and abnormal presentations Delivers content in logical head-to-toe format Includes time-tested “Tips” and “Don’t Miss” boxes with bullet points of critical information Provides anatomic illustrations that assist in diagnosis/management of conditions Contains billing information

Geriatric Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care, Second Edition

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea, Msn RN,Karen Sue Hoyt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2020-05-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0826151744

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Praise for the First Edition: "The pocket NP guide is an easy to use clinical companion guiding the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of common presentations to the emergency setting. I personally use this resource in my clinical practice and also recommend it to all of my students. I highly recommend the pocket NP guide for any practitioners working or thinking of working in the emergency setting." -Theresa Campo DNP, FNP-C, ENP-BC, FAANP Updated to promote ultra-quick access to current information NPs need daily Now in its second edition, this reference guide for nurse practitioners and other health care providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast track, and/or geriatric settings continues to provide ultra-quick access to key assessment and management information. The Pocket NP delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most-commonly encountered problems in fast-track settings. Arranged in a logical head-to-toe format, it includes the history, physical examination, and essential medical decision-making considerations needed to walk you step-by-step through a typical patient encounter. New to the Second Edition: Updated medical decision-making sections with documentation templates Updated pharmacology and drug administration information New ultrasound dictation templates for each section where it is performed New tables including eye chart for vision in trauma patients New ultrasound images New line drawings depicting various conditions Updated clinical guidelines Key Features: Provides ultra-quick access to patient treatment information Offers easy-to-use framework for quickly locating critical knowledge Presents templates for identifying normal and abnormal presentations Delivers content in logical head-to-toe format Includes time-tested "Tips" and "Don't Miss" boxes with bullet points of critical information Provides anatomic illustrations that assist in diagnosis/management of conditions Contains billing information

Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN,Karen Sue Hoyt,Renee Holleran
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0826134157

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Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care by Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN,Karen Sue Hoyt,Renee Holleran Pdf

Fast-track medical settings call for "at-your-fingertips" information. Here is an easy to use, quick-reference guide for nurse practitioners and other healthcare providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast-track and/or primary care settings with adult/geriatric patients. In a pithy, optimally organized format that includes current, evidence-based guidelines, the resource delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most commonly encountered problems in these settings. Concise yet packed with crucial knowledge, The Guide is arranged in a logical head-to-toe format that includes the history and physical examination and essential medical decision-making considerations.

Pediatric Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN, ANP, CEN,Karen Sue Hoyt, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN, FAAN
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780826151773

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Pediatric Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care by Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN, ANP, CEN,Karen Sue Hoyt, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN, FAAN Pdf

Praise for the First Edition: "This is one of the most useful pocket guides that I have used. It is a must-have for every nurse practitioner who works in the ED, urgent care, or primary care setting" -Nicole Martinez, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, ENP-C, PHN Emergency Nurse Practitioner Scripps Mercy Hospital Updated to promote ultra-quick access to current information NPs need daily Now in its second edition, this reference guide for nurse practitioners and other health care providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast track, and/or pediatric settings continues to provide ultra-quick access to key assessment and management information. The Pocket NP delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most-commonly encountered problems in fast-track settings. Arranged in a logical head-to-toe format, it includes the history, physical examination, and essential medical decision-making considerations needed to walk you step-by-step through a typical patient encounter. New to the Second Edition: Updated medical decision-making sections with documentation templates Updated pharmacology and drug administration information New ultrasound dictation templates for each section where it is performed New tables including eye chart for vision in trauma patients New ultrasound images New line drawings depicting various conditions Updated clinical guidelines Key Features: Provides ultra-quick access to patient treatment information Offers easy-to-use framework for quickly locating critical knowledge Presents templates for identifying normal and abnormal presentations Delivers content in logical head-to-toe format Includes time-tested “Tips” and “Don’t Miss” boxes with bullet points of critical information Provides anatomic illustrations that assist in diagnosis/management of conditions Contains billing information

Pediatric Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care, Second Edition

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea,Karen Sue Hoyt
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0826151760

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Pediatric Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care, Second Edition by Sheila Sanning Shea,Karen Sue Hoyt Pdf

Praise for the First Edition: "This is one of the most useful pocket guides that I have used. It is a must-have for every nurse practitioner who works in the ED, urgent care, or primary care setting" -Nicole Martinez, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, ENP-C, PHN Emergency Nurse Practitioner Scripps Mercy Hospital Updated to promote ultra-quick access to current information NPs need daily Now in its second edition, this reference guide for nurse practitioners and other health care providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast track, and/or pediatric settings continues to provide ultra-quick access to key assessment and management information. The Pocket NP delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most-commonly encountered problems in fast-track settings. Arranged in a logical head-to-toe format, it includes the history, physical examination, and essential medical decision-making considerations needed to walk you step-by-step through a typical patient encounter. New to the Second Edition: Updated medical decision-making sections with documentation templates Updated pharmacology and drug administration information New ultrasound dictation templates for each section where it is performed New tables including eye chart for vision in trauma patients New ultrasound images New line drawings depicting various conditions Updated clinical guidelines Key Features: Provides ultra-quick access to patient treatment information Offers easy-to-use framework for quickly locating critical knowledge Presents templates for identifying normal and abnormal presentations Delivers content in logical head-to-toe format Includes time-tested "Tips" and "Don't Miss" boxes with bullet points of critical information Provides anatomic illustrations that assist in diagnosis/management of conditions Contains billing information

Urgent Care Emergencies

Author : Deepi G. Goyal,Amal Mattu
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118504567

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Urgent Care Emergencies Avoiding the Pitfalls and Improving the Outcomes If you see patients in an urgent care center, minor injury unit or other acute care setting, this new clinically-focused guide will help you avoid high-risk pitfalls and achieve optimal outcomes. This must-have resource covers a wide range of emergencies that may be encountered in an urgent care setting, focusing on those that can occur with the most commonly-encountered complaints and conditions, including: Genitourinary complaints Common infections Orthopedic injuries Wounds Back pain Dermatologic complaints The book also includes chapters on common pitfalls during the HEENT examination, effective patient communications, urgent care pharmacology pitfalls, special issues in the care of pediatric and geriatric patients, and more. Each chapter is authored by an experienced acute care clinician and includes clinical pearls that you can apply directly to the care of your own patients. The urgent care center can be a challenging and fast-paced environment, and pitfalls, especially those encountered during emergencies, can have serious consequences for patients' immediate well-being, their recovery time, and possibly their long-term prognosis. More than ever, you need a resource you can trust that has been tailored specifically to the needs of providers in the low-acuity setting.

Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care

Author : Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN,Karen Sue Hoyt
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0826134130

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Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care by Sheila Sanning Shea, MSN, RN,Karen Sue Hoyt Pdf

Fast-track medical settings call for "at-your-fingertips" information. Here is an easy to use, quick-reference guide for nurse practitioners and other healthcare providers in emergency, medical, screening, fast-track and/or primary care settings with patients across the lifespan. In a pithy, optimally organized format that includes current, evidence-based guidelines, the resource delivers a wealth of information for assessment and management of the most commonly encountered problems in these settings. Concise yet packed with crucial knowledge, The Guide is arranged in a logical head-to-toe format that includes the history and physical examination and essential medical decision-making considerations.

Essential Procedures for Practitioners in Emergency, Urgent, and Primary Care Settings

Author : Theresa M. Campo,Keith A Lafferty, MD
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780826118783

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Essential Procedures for Practitioners in Emergency, Urgent, and Primary Care Settings by Theresa M. Campo,Keith A Lafferty, MD Pdf

A comprehensive, easy-to-use reference guide to performing procedures in the emergency, urgent, and primary care settings, this text-reference presents 70 of the most commonly performed procedures and organizes them into system-specific categories for easy access. Each procedure is presented using a concise and consistent format which includes: background including pertinent anatomy and physiology, indication for performing the procedure, how to perform the procedure safely and correctly, contraindications to performing the procedure, required documentation, complications, and special considerations. Original photos, line drawings, and tables will be used to highlight the written content and provide clear directions regarding exactly how to perform each procedure. Interdisciplinary reviews by twelve expert clinicians increase appeal and substantiate reliability across disciplines: APRN, Physician Assistant, and Medical Specialties. Key Features: Concise, clear, heavily-illustrated "how-to" guide for frequently performed procedures Based on latest guidelines and evidence based practice used for promotion of safely performed procedures Presents 70 essential procedures that are most widely used in the emergency, urgent and primary care settings Figures and photos illustrate key steps in each procedure

Urgent Care Medicine Secrets

Author : Robert P. Olympia,Rory O'Neill,Matthew L. Silvis
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 652 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2024-01-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780443109010

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Urgent Care Medicine Secrets by Robert P. Olympia,Rory O'Neill,Matthew L. Silvis Pdf

For more than 30 years, the highly regarded Secrets Series® has provided students and practitioners in all areas of health care with concise, focused, and engaging resources for quick reference and exam review. Urgent Care Medicine Secrets, 2nd Edition, offers practical, up-to-date coverage of the full range of essential topics in this dynamic field. This highly regarded resource features the Secrets’ popular question-and-answer format that also includes lists, tables, pearls, memory aids, and an easy-to-read style – making inquiry, reference, and review quick, easy, and enjoyable. The proven Secrets Series® format gives you the most return for your time – succinct, easy to read, engaging, and highly effective. Fully revised and updated throughout, covering the full range of topics for understanding today’s practice of adult and pediatric urgent care—essential information for physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. Provides an evidence-based approach to medical and traumatic complaints presenting to urgent care centers, focusing on presenting signs and symptoms, differential diagnosis, office management, and when to refer for higher level of care. New chapters on Head and Neck Trauma, Chest and Abdominal Trauma, Toxicology, Diagnostic Imaging, Obstetrical Complaints, and more. Top 100 Secrets and Key Points boxes provide a fast overview of the secrets you must know for success in practice and on exams. Clear illustrations, figures, and flow diagrams expedite reference and review. Portable size makes it easy to carry with you for quick reference or review anywhere, anytime. An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. · New chapters!o Urgent Care Medicine: the past, present, and futureo Head and Neck Traumao Chest and Abdominal Traumao Toxicologyo General concepts in Diagnostic Imaging

Essential Procedures for Emergency, Urgent, and Primary Care Settings, Second Edition

Author : Theresa M. Campo,Keith Lafferty, MD
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0826171761

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Essential Procedures for Emergency, Urgent, and Primary Care Settings, Second Edition by Theresa M. Campo,Keith Lafferty, MD Pdf

"It is a friendly, procedurally-focused resource that offers the necessary background information, illustrations, and step-by-step instructions for providing the safe and efficient treatment to patients in these care settings, to not only the novice but to experts in emergent and urgent care. This new edition will also offer ultrasound and videos." -Sue Hoyt, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN, FAANP, FAAN Emergency Nurse Practitioner, St. Mary Medical Center, Long Beach, California and Co-Owner, EmergeED, Education and Consultation, San Diego, California -Elda G. Ramirez, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, FAANP Associate Professor Clinical Nursing, Director of Simulation and Clinical Performance Lab and Emergency Concentration, University of Texas Health Science Center Houston From the Foreword Praise for the First Edition: "This is a necessary addition to the library of any healthcare provider performing common procedures in the emergency room, urgent care, or primary care settingÖ[It] has been extensively researched to provide the most up-to-date, evidence-based information. It will be a valuable asset for practitioners performing common procedures." Score: 100, 5 stars --Doody's This is a concise, easy-to-use guide to executing more than 60 commonly performed clinical procedures, including sonography, in emergent, urgent, and ambulatory care settings. The procedures are consistently formatted, presented in detail, and organized into system-specific categories for easy access to information. The second edition is the only such resource to include two new chapters completely devoted to bedside ultrasound and how it is used as a tool to enhance the accuracy of numerous procedures. Grounded in fundamental sonography physics, these chapters provide readers with a clear foundational understanding of how to perform ultrasound with confidence. Additionally, eight chapters describe the use of ultrasound to increase the accuracy and efficiency of specific procedures such as locating a foreign body in the eye or soft body tissues, among other applications. The second edition also describes 13 new procedures and reflects the latest guidelines and evidence-based practice used for promotion of safely performed procedures. Each procedure is presented using a concise and consistent format that includes background considerations, indication for performing the procedure, how to perform it safely and correctly, contraindications, required documentation, complications, post-procedure considerations, and education points. Original photos, actual sonographic footage, line drawings, and tables reinforce the written content and provide clear directions regarding exactly how to perform each procedure. Author's pearls and extensive references at the end of each chapter further enhance the book's utility. New to the Second Edition: New chapters devoted to sonography and how it is used to enhance the accuracy of many procedures Describes the use of sonography to increase the accuracy and efficiency of eight specific procedures Includes 10 new procedures Offers ultrasound and videos Reflects latest guidelines and evidence-based practice Key Features: Provides step-by-step illustrated guidance for performing 60 frequently used procedures in urgent care, ambulatory, clinic, and office settings Four-color photos clearly illustrate each step in the procedure Body system organization supports quick access to needed procedural information Introduces sonography as a tool used to enhance accuracy of procedures and promote patient safety Includes actual sonographic footage demonstrating how sonography is used in various procedures About the Authors: Teresa M. Campo, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, ENP-BC, received a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH and a Master of Science in Nursing Degree from Widener University in Chester PA. Theresa has over 16 years experience in emergency medicine as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse. She is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners as a Family Nurse Practitioner and The American Nurses Credentialing Center as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner. Currently Dr. Campo works clinically as a nurse practitioner in the Quick Care Center of the Emergency Department in southern New Jersey and is owner and primary lecturer of Farfalla Education LLC. She is an adjunct professor at Case Western Reserve University. Theresa has lectured nationally and internationally as well as authored articles in peer reviewed journals. Dr Campo is the column editor ñ "Cases of Note" column for the Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal. Theresa lives in southern New Jersey with her husband, Jonathan, and their two dogs Brandy and Buck. Keith A. Lafferty, MD, received his B.A. in Biology cum laude from Holy Family University in 1989 and his M.D. from the Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1994. At the completion of his training his colleagues bestowed him with the "Senior Resident Teaching" award. Following his residency in emergency medicine and a fellowship in critical care, he spent six years in full academics as a medical student and a critical care director. Dr. Lafferty is currently the Student Clerkship Director at Gulf Coast Medical Center, adjunct assistant professor of emergency medicine at Temple University and board member of the Holy Family University Pre-Medical Committee. As a physician, Dr. Lafferty focuses on the critical care of emergency medicine and practices in both Philadelphia and Florida. As an author, he has written numerous chapters and manuscripts, mostly having to do with critical care procedures of emergency medicine, with an emphasis on the airway. He has presented many of his research papers at the local and national levels. Dr. Lafferty has traveled to Haiti, participating in mission expeditions after its devastating earthquake and continues to work and educate Haitian physicians. Those experiences are reminiscent of his own humbled beginnings, growing up with his mother and sister in a Philadelphia housing project. Providing medical care for the most indigent and teaching evidence-based medicine are the essence of his vocation. Dr. Lafferty and his wife, Cathy, have two daughters, Karli and Koko, and a son Kory. They reside in Cape May, New Jersey.