Content based on the World Health Organization?s ICF model?(International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health) ? the model currently endorsed by the APTA and AOTA ? ensures you are referencing the most current theories and practice guidelines of physical and occupational therapy.More than 800 full-color photographs?illustrate the concepts and techniques used in the assessment and management of patients in the rehabilitation setting.Procedure?boxes?include clear guidelines for performing each step of patient care tasks such as proper lifting techniques, patient transfers, basic wound care, and assessment of vital signs.Insights into physiological principles and?rationales?explain why specific techniques and procedures are used.Guidelines, principles, and precautions boxes?offer additional tips for optimal assessment and management of patients in the rehabilitation setting.Self-study and problem-solving activities?include case studies at the end of each chapter to help you understand important concepts and practice your decision-making and problem-solving skills.Coverage of professionalism, professional values, and ethics?discusses workplace guidelines and describes how to apply those guidelines to your patient interactions.Pierson and Fairchild’s Principles & Techniques of Patient Care – 7th Edition is written by Sheryl L. Fairchild; Roberta Kuchler O’Shea and published by Elsevier Enhanced Digital Version. ISBNs for Pierson and Fairchild’s Principles & Techniques of Patient Care – are.