Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, fifth edition

From its inception in 1971, the\nAMA Guides\nquickly became the acknowledged authority in its field. The new edition of\nGuides\ncarries on this legacy, giving practitioners and non-medical professionals an updated standard in quality evaluations. It is the approved uniform way to evaluate, measure and report impairment. This edition incorporates the latest diagnostic criteria, using the most current scientific evidence from each specialty and a clinical consensus. It was developed by experts representing the major medical specialties. It covers all body systems and contains significant improvements in major chapters including cardiology, respiratory, musculoskeletal and skin. New conditions covered include HIV and latex allergy. In addition, this edition offers user-friendly formatting with consistency among chapters, and improved references and bibliography.\nGuides\nis legally mandated or recommended for use in 40 states, and is also used in Australia and Canada.\nFeatures and Benefits\nEnhanced coverage of chronic pain assessment\nInformation on common conditions and diseases, including HIV and latex allergy\nTreatment and assessment considerations involving cardiology, dermatology, ocular, respiratory and musculoskeletal systems\nStandardized formatting across topics\nBook details\nPublisher:\nAmerican Medical Association; 5 Sub edition (January 9, 2001)\nPublication Date:\nJanuary 9, 2001\nLanguage:\nEnglish\nASIN:\nB0767H78XH