This definitive, accessible guide to the clinical examination and treatment of minor injuries presents essential knowledge and skills in a single text -- perfect for nurses and nurse practitioners who work in minor injuries clinics, emergency departments, or the community. It features a comprehensive range of the conditions likely to be encountered in each area, with clear "how-to" instructions for examination and treatment of minor ailments such as cuts, sprains, minor burns, coughs and colds, as well as guidelines on when to refer patients for emergency care. Extensive illustrations clarify anatomical features and clearly demonstrate clinical skills.

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