Clinical Procedures (Blueprints) - Softcover

Praise for Blueprints Clinical Procedures "Where other procedure texts often leave you without some pertinent information, this book seems to "go the extra mile" that can help you shine on rounds or when performing procedures - I wish I had had access to such a complete yet concise resource before." - 4th year Medical Student, Medical College of Wisconsin "Healthcare providers are expected to maintain knowledge in a dynamic field on an immense amount of topics. The appendices are quick, easy references for those providers not exposed to certain aspects of medicine on a daily basis, plus a wonderful review of English/Spanish phrases that are medically relevant, with the added feature of Spanish Phonetics - allowing providers of any language to have a chance in speaking to their Spanish-speaking patients successfully. " - MHS, PA-C, Clinical Coordinator "This book explains in detail all the procedures that we are expected to perform and takes us step-by-step through everything, including simple things such as putting on sterile gloves, in such a way that we should be able to perform these procedures after reading the directions." - PGY-1 Surgery Resident, University of South Alabama Medical Center "I graduated from one of the top medical schools in the country and never received any formal "hand-outs" or training manuals on how to perform such procedures. We did get some hands-on training, but it was limited to suturing and blood-draws - this would have been a heaven send for me in my early clinical years! During my residency training I did receive a handout on some of the procedures covered in this book, but it was downloaded from a website. The problem was it was too text dense, pure paragraph form, difficult to read, and poorly organized. I have not seen any other books that provide the same topics as Blueprints Clinical Procedures has, in simple-to-read and easy-to-follow steps." - PGY-1 Emergency Medicine Resident, University of California Los Angeles School of Medicine "Blueprints Clinical Procedures is very handy because it is the one great resource for procedures. The table of contents and how the book is organized into systems is very useful and handy. The information in this book is similar to the directions you would get from residents and attendings, but adds helpful hints and is great for reading before a procedure instead of while or after seeing/doing one." - PGY-1, University of North Dakota Family Practice Residency "My education on Clinical Procedures included a variety of textbooks, workbooks, and handouts from many different providers in the medical profession. Blackwell's new Blueprints Clinical Procedures is beyond one of the best resources I have ever encountered since my initial medical training. The book thoroughly explains every procedure important to the healthcare professional in a uniform manner. Each procedural description is detailed, exact, and well comprehended by any medical provider on any level and it is all in one textbook. Blueprints Clinical Procedures is an exciting all-inclusive procedural book that can be used by students and medical providers of all varieties. It is thorough, comprehensive, easily read, and painless to follow." - MHS, PA-C, Clinical Coordinator "There was little official classroom education on most of these procedures by my medical school so this book was definitely helpful. Often times, medical schools leave procedures out of the classroom and on the wards, but its hit or miss as to which procedures you'll get to perform, making Blueprints Clinical Procedures valuable since you could review the procedures you weren't exposed to." - PGY-1 Internal Medicine Resident, University of Colorado School of Medicine "Blueprints Clinical Procedures is a very good book. I have been looking for such a book since medical school!" - PGY-1 Surgery Resident, University of South Alabama Medical Center "The templated procedures are helpful because they follow a standard format and "train of thought" employed by virtually every "procedure-oriented" physician. By going through the indication for the procedure and the set-up and equipment needed, it allows the novice reader and the experienced technician to mentally prepare themselves for what will be happening. After seeing a procedure highlighted so well and in a simple step-by-step fashion, I would see no reason why a novice would not be able to perform the listed procedure. The only thing that would hold a student back would be his or her own fears or doubts. Blueprints Clinical Procedures surely offers all of the information one would need to feel very confident and comfortable performing each and every procedure listed here." - 4th year Medical Student, Medical College of Wisconsin

"Blueprints Clinical Procedures" combines almost 300 color photos with clear, step-by-step instructions for nearly 100 commonly performed procedures. Finally, instead of lengthy searches through multiple sources, you'll be able to find 'all' the procedures you need to know, collected into one handy resource."Blueprints Clinical Procedures" features: color photos illustrate how to perform procedures - perfect for a quick 'see one' review before you have to 'do one'; pearls/tips boxes containing critical information such as contraindications, and special 'how-to' advice, similar to the information received from residents and attendings while on rounds; special How to Interpret section explains interpretation of ABGs, chest, and abdominal x-rays - a vital addition to clinical work; valuable Appendices on: Writing progress and procedure notes, and 'SOAP' notes; taking a complete history Spanish/English History and Physical Terms and Phrases; and, sterile glove icon next to the title of procedures performed under sterile conditions - reminding you to prepare properly before you begin.Whether performing a procedure for the very first time, or polishing your technique, "Blueprints Clinical Procedures" provides the vital content you need to be accurate and safe. A must-have for all health care professionals who perform procedures and an invaluable resource to use while in school and later in residency. Perfect for medical students - physician assistants, nurse practitioners and related health professionals will also find "Blueprints" valuable.