Family Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care, 3rd edition (Original Publisher)

Family Emergent/Urgent and Ambulatory Care, 3rd Edition is an authoritative clinical reference designed for family physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals who provide frontline care in emergent, urgent, and ambulatory settings. This trusted handbook offers a clear, concise, and accessible approach to managing common and complex conditions encountered in primary care and urgent care clinics.

Updated for 2024, this edition incorporates the latest diagnostic tools, treatment algorithms, patient education strategies, and evidence-based guidelines to enhance patient safety, improve outcomes, and support efficient decision-making at the point of care.

Key Features and Highlights:

• Fully Updated 2024 Edition: Reflects the most current clinical protocols, treatments, and standards of care.
• Comprehensive Scope: Covers a wide range of emergent, urgent, and ambulatory conditions across all age groups.
• Fast-Access Format: Organized by chief complaint and condition for quick, point-of-care reference.
• Practical Tools: Includes clinical pearls, red flags, and step-by-step decision-making pathways.
• Interprofessional Focus: Supports collaborative care in a variety of settings including family medicine, urgent care, and retail clinics.

List of Major Chapters or Topics Covered:

Includes core chapters on acute and urgent presentations in cardiology, respiratory conditions, dermatologic emergencies, musculoskeletal injuries, infections, gastrointestinal complaints, mental health crises, and pediatric urgent care.

About the Author:

Authored by Sheila Sanning Shea, RN, MSN, CNP, a highly regarded clinician and educator specializing in family and urgent care, with decades of experience in clinical practice and healthcare education.

File Format & Technical Details:

• Formats Available: PDF
• File Size: Approx. 28 MB (PDF)
• Language: English
• Device Compatibility: Compatible with desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and major eReaders including Kindle, Kobo, and Apple Books.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. Is this book suitable for new nurse practitioners or physician assistants entering urgent care practice?
Yes, this book is ideal for both new and experienced nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other clinicians seeking practical, evidence-based guidance in urgent and ambulatory care settings.

2. Does the book include pediatric urgent care topics?
Yes. The 3rd Edition includes core chapters on pediatric urgent care, covering common and emergent conditions in children and adolescents.