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Prepare for a successful career in caring for geriatric populations with Williams&apos Basic Geriatric Nursing, 6th Edition. This easy-to-read bestseller includes the latest information on health care policy and insurance practices, and presents the theories and concepts of aging and appropriate nursing interventions with an emphasis on health promotion. Part of the popular LPN/LVN Threads series, it provides opportunities for enhanced learning with additional figures, an interactive new Study Guide on Evolve, and real-world clinical scenarios that help you apply concepts to practice.
Author | O'NEILL |
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Table Of Content | Unit One: Overview of Aging 1. Trends and Issues 2. Theories of Aging 3. Physiologic Changes Unit Two: Basic Skills for Gerontologic Nursing 4. Health Promotion, Health Maintenance, and Home Health Considerations 5. Communicating with Older Adults 6. Maintaining Fluid Balance and Meeting Nutrition Needs 7. Medications and Older Adults 8. Health Assessment for Older Adults 9. Meeting Safety Needs of Older Adults Unit Three: Psychosocial Care of the Elderly 10. Cognition and Perception 11. Self-Perception and Self-Concept 12. Roles and Relationships 13. Coping and Stress 14. Values and Beliefs 15. End-of-Life Care 16. Sexuality and Aging Unit Four: Physical Care of the Elderly 17. Care of Aging Skin and Mucous Membranes 18. Elimination 19. Activity and Exercise 20. Sleep and Rest Appendices Appendix A: Laboratory Values for Older Adults Appendix B: The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) Appendix C: Dietary Information for Older Adults Appendix D: Resources for Older Adults Bibliography Reader References Glossary Index |
Format | 276 x 216 (8 1/2 x 10 7/8) |
Page Count | 384 |
Publish Date | 6 Oct 2015 |