ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Nurse practitioners in a primary care setting often see patients suffering from depression. Many of these patients can be treated in the primary care setting by the nurse practitioner, in collaboration with a psychiatric clinical nurse specialist. Treatment modalities that can be effectively used for depressed patients in this setting include brief individual or group psychotherapy using short-term therapy models such as cognitive or interpersonal therapy, and/or antidepressant medications. Basic concepts and intervention techniques for the cognitive and interpersonal therapy models are described. Tricyclic antidepressants are highlighted including tables and content on action, target symptom side effects, drug-drug interactions, dosage schedules and patient education. In addition, other medications for depression such as lithium, monoamine oxidase inhibitors and psychostimulants are briefly reviewed.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Dental caries is the most prevalent disease among young people in the United States today. Yet, most parents don't realize that early dental care is the best insurance against adult dental disease. Because prevention should begin at birth, long before the first dental visit, nurse practitioners can play an important role in educating parents about the need for early attention to their children's dental health. This article presents to the nurse practitioner an overview of preventive dental techniques, including the effectiveness and application of fluorides, the value of early and regular oral cleaning habits and the importance of early and regular consultations with health care professionals.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

The cervical cap is new available for general use by American women. Several steps are necessary to select women who are good candidates for cap usage and to successfully fit the cap. Many women are not good candidates for the cap. The cap is generally not suitable for women who have recently become sexually active or who are first-time contraceptors. Many users are women who cannot use more widely available contraceptives. Successful cap use requires a highly motivated, persistent woman who will correctly insert and remove her cap. The size, shape, length, position and location of the cervix must be assessed by the clinician prior to fitting the cap. The cervix should be visually inspected for lesions or cervicitis and a Pap smear should be taken. After an initial cap is selected, the stability of the cap, gaps between the cap and cervix, areas of uncovered cervix and the adequacy of the suction seal should be assessed. The woman should be taught how to insert and remove the cap. Additionally, she should be instructed to use a backup method of contraception until she is sure that the cap will remain in place during sexual intercourse. Successful cap fitting requires a careful, methodical approach by the clinician and a carefully selected, highly motivated client. This article presents the steps of cervical cap fitting.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

This article describes the role of the nurse practitioner as an expert witness in rape cases. Specific components of preparation for testimony are discussed, including the collection of data and protection of evidence; protecting the chain of custody; and preparing for testimony before the trial. Testifying about physical findings is reviewed as well as the importance of communicating complex information in simple words. The nurse practitioner's role in offering expert opinion is discussed, and possible questions from the prosecutor and defense attorney are noted. Expectations of courtroom procedures as well as suggestions for behavior, manner and dress are addressed. Credibility and simplicity are stressed.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1988

数据来源: OVID