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Second Edition
By
Charlotte Eliopoulos, RN, MPH, CDONA/LTC
Description
MANUAL OF GERONTOLOGIC NURSING addresses the challenges and concerns facing nurses in the ever growing field of elder care. Beginning
with an overview of the foundation of gerontologic nursing, the book discusses health challenges facing older adults and special issues
such as drug therapy, legal risks, and ethical issues. Assessment considerations, care goals, and nursing interventions are provided.
Practical information for the care giver is conveniently highlighted in tables and boxes to facilitate learning. This book is an excellent
resource for any nurse or student working with the elderly.
Contents
INTRODUCTION TO GERONTOLOGIC NURSING · An Overview of Aging · The Nursing Process and the Elderly · SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
IN GERONTOLOGIC NURSING · Drugs: Special Considerations in the Elderly · Legal and Ethical Issues in Gerontologic Nursing · Services and Resources for Gerontologic Care · GERONTOLOGIC NURSING CARE · Nutritional and Metabolism ·
Elimination · Activity and Exercise · Cognitive-Perceptual Processes · Self-Perception, Coping, and Stress Tolerance · Role Relationship · Sexuality · Values and Beliefs
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Paperback, 416 pages, publication date: SEP-1998
ISBN-13: 978-0-323-00177-9
ISBN-10: 0-323-00177-7
Imprint: MOSBY
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Last update: 10 Sep 2009
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