Gerontological Nursing

by Charlotte Eliopoulos

Paper Book, 2005

Status

Available

Call number

ISMC Library - WY 152 E42g 2005

Publication

Philadelphia : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 6th edition

ISBN

0781744288 / 9780781744287

Description

This student-friendly text focuses on how to provide the type of high quality of life that older adults desire and need. Presented in a concise, easy-to-understand manner, this edition focuses on the integration of holistic concepts and practices; and places a greater emphasis on the emotional and spiritual aspects of aging and gerontological care. Improved organization, new special features, and updated illustrations and photos are highlights of the seventh edition.

Local notes

CONTENTS:
The aging population
Theories of aging
Diversity
Life transitions and story
Common aging changes
The specialty of gerontological nursing
Holistic model for gerontological care
Legal aspects of gerontological nursing
Ethics of caring
Gerontological nursing practice settings
Self-care for the gerontological nurse
Connecting with self
Connecting with others
Spirituality
Respiration and circulation
Nutrition and hydration
Elimination
Movement
Rest
Comfort
Immunity
Risk reduction
Infections
Cardiovascular conditions
Respiratory conditions
Gastrointestinal conditions
Musculoskeletal conditions
Genitourinary conditions
Neurologic conditions
Sensory deficits
Dermatologic conditions
Metabolic and endocrine conditions
Cancer
Conditions affecting mood and cognition
Safe medication use. Living in harmony with chronic conditions
Rehabilitative care
Acute care
Nursing in long-term care facilities
Family caregiving
End of life care
Challenges of the future.
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