Clinical Guidelines in Family Practice

About this book

This up-to-date medical text (4th Edition) contains the latest approaches to diagnosis evaluation and management for commonly occurring primary care problems. The most recent diagnostic and evidence-based treatment guidelines from major authoritative sources are incorporated in order to make this a comprehensive yet practical and useful book for the primary care clinician. The book also contains a focus on development assessment for children as well as approaches to commonly occurring behavioral problems. The latest nutrition guidelines from the Institute of Medicine as well as new recommendations by the Third US Preventive Services Task Force are also included.