Publisher's Synopsis
Do you feel unprepared when faced with the difficult and delicate questions patients have about sexual health and contraception? Then arm yourself with this quick-reference guide, packed with all the essential information you'll need to know as a healthcare professional working within primary care. This practical resource empowers you to skilfully and sensitively address even the most complex of patient queries with confidence.
Key features include:
- Breaks down into detail the varied presentations you may encounter in your practice
- Practical tips and pitfalls with colour-coded boxes to highlight essential, quick access information
- Full colour images throughout with detailed content on anatomy and physiology to reinforce your understanding
- Explores contraception, emergency contraception, and strategies for managing menstrual and menopausal complications.
- Provides guidance on sexually transmitted infections, including examination and management
- Covers communication skills to lay the groundwork for consultation, as well as giving a detailed overview of safeguarding
- Each chapter aligns with contemporary guidance for evidence-informed practice.
This handy resource is aimed at healthcare professionals who handle queries about sexual health and contraception during their day-to-day role; in particular, practice nurses, advanced clinical practitioners, as well as anyone transitioning to primary care from other settings.
