Meet the diverse health care needs of older adults! Explore effective ways to enhance the wellness and independence of older adults across the wellness-illness continuum, including acute, primary, and long-term care. From an overview of the theories of aging and assessment through the treatment of disorders, including complex illnesses, this evidence-based book provides the comprehensive gerontological coverage you need to prepare for your role as an Advanced Practice Nurse. You'll be prepared for boards and for practice.
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Höhe: 279 mm
Breite: 216 mm
Dicke: 25 mm
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978-0-8036-6661-0 (9780803666610)
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UNIT I. THE HEALTHY OLDER ADULT
Chapter 1. Changes with Aging
Chapter 2. Health Promotion
Chapter 3. Exercise
UNIT II. ASSESSMENT
Chapter 4. Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
Chapter 5. Symptoms and Syndromes
UNIT III. TREATING DISORDERS
Chapter 6. Skin and Lymphatic Disorders
Chapter 7. Head, Neck and Face Disorders
Chapter 8. Chest Disorders
Chapter 9. Peripheral Vascular Disorders
Chapter 10. Abdominal Disorders
Chapter 11. Urological and Gynecologic Disorders
Chapter 12. Musculoskeletal Disorders
Chapter 13. Central and Peripheral Nervous System Disorders
Chapter 14. Endocrine, Metabolic, and Nutritional Disorders
Chapter 15. Hematologic and Immune System Disorders
Chapter 16. Psychological Disorders
UNIT IV. COMPLEX ILLNESS
Chapter 17. Polypharmacy - *NEW*
Chapter 18. Nutritional Support in the Older Adult
Chapter 19. Chronic Illness and the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Chapter 20. Palliative Care and End of Life Care
Appendix A. Psychological Influence of the Aging Process
Appendix B. Laboratory Values in the Older Adult
Index
