-- Comprehensive collection of 87 procedures commonly performed by adult and family nurse practitioners in the ambulatory care setting-- Procedures for treating 62 problems and for performing 25 diagnostic tests provided-- Each section begins with diagnostic procedures and includes information on interpreting the findings-- Each procedure is presented in easy-to-understand, step-by-step instructions with rationales, numerous illustrations, and clinical tips-- Descriptions of complications and client teaching to prevent complications are included-- Patient teaching material in appendices can be photocopied and distributed-- CPT code numbers to assist in billing and reminders that informed consent is needed-- Pedagogical tools include section objectives, glossary at the end of the book, and bibliography at the end of the each chapter.