Caring for the Older Adult A Health Promotion Perspective

Name: Caring for the Older Adult A Health Promotion Perspective
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ISBN: 9780721683348

ISBN-10: 0721683347

ISBN-13: 9780721683348

Edition: 2002

Authors: Patricia A. O'Neill

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This text covers the essentials of gerontologic nursing from a health promotion perspective. The nature of ageing, disorders common to the elderly and the promotion of physical and psychological health in an ageing population are discussed.

Book details

List price: $37.95
Copyright year: 2002
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Publication date: 10/9/2001
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 352
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.25" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.298
Language: English




The Nursing Role in Care of the Older Adult



Introduction to Health Promotion for the Older Adult



Promoting Health in a Culturally Diverse Older Adult Population



Promoting a Safe Care Environment



Promoting Self-Care Management of Chronic Illness



Promotion of Physical Health for the Older Adult



Promoting Activity and Rest



Promoting Nutrition and Hydration



Promoting Adequate Excretion, Reproductive and Regulatory Well-Being



Promoting a Healthy Heart and Peripheral Vascular System



Promoting Oxygenation



Promoting Sensory/Perceptual Functioning



Promoting Cognitive Abilities



Promotion of Psychosocial Health for the Older Adult



Promoting Psychosocial Health and Wellness




Special Challenges in Care of the Older Adult



Protecting the Vulnerable Older Adult




End-of-Life Care




Management Skills in Care of the Older Adult



Leadership Role of the LPN/LVN



App. A: Assessment Tools


App. B: Sample Advance Directives



Laboratory Value Alterations with Aging


Glossary


Index