Basic Geriatric Nursing - Couverture souple

Wold, Gloria Hoffman

 
9780801666476: Basic Geriatric Nursing

Synopsis

This introductory text takes a holistic and humanistic approach toward the care for the ageing adult. Organized into five sections, the content combines theory and practice into a realistic portrayal of geriatric nursing. The book presents the biological and psychosocial theories of ageing; provides students with normal anatomy and physiology and the common progression of ageing before explaining the disease process; explores biological and psychosocial theories of ageing, to dispel myths about older adults; examines trends and issues related to economic, social, cultural and family influences that may impact healthy ageing; presents a holistic approach to nursing care by organizing assessment, diagnoses, and interventions with functional health patterns; and numerous study aids include learning objectives, procedures, assessment tools, sample care plans and a glossary.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The bestselling LPN/LVN geriatric nursing textbook, Basic Geriatric Nursing, 5th Edition covers age-appropriate nursing interventions in a variety of health care settings. It includes the theories and concepts of aging, covers expected physiologic and psychosocial changes, and highlights delegation, coordinated care, end-of-life care, patient teaching, quality of life, safety, and home care. This edition is updated with the latest issues and trends in geriatric nursing, including changes to the health care system and demographics. Part of the popular LPN Threads series, Gloria Hoffman Wold's text provides a clear and compassionate introduction to geriatric care.

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