Full Description
This gerontology text addresses the care of the elderly in a positive and humanistic manner. Learning objectives, summaries, case studies, discussion and sample questions promote student learning and there is a presentation of the normal ageing process according to system changes. The book emphasizes health promotion lifestyles and activities, and there is a strong focus on theory application which gives the student the opportunity to better prepare for the NCLEX exam. This edition contains a new chapter on applying management skills in the supervision role.
Contents
Unit 1 Foundations of care for the older adultpromoting wellness; the management role of the licensed practical/vocational nurse; use of the nursing process and nursing diagnosis in the care of the older adult; legal and ethical considerations regarding the elderly; end-of-life issues; environments of care. Unit 2 Clinical practice: common infectious diseases; common medical diagnoses; physiological assessment; common clinical problems - physiological; psychological assessment; common clinical problems - psychological; restorative care; pharmacology and its significance for older adults; laboratory values and the older adult; unit resources. Appendices: living will instruction guide; answers to chapter study questions.NER(01): GB
