Health in the Later Years

Name: Health in the Later Years
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ISBN: 9780697294456

ISBN-10: 0697294455

ISBN-13: 9780697294456

Edition: 4th 2008

Authors: Armeda F. Ferrini, Rebecca Ferrini

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Health in the Later Years is geared to help people make better-informed health choices to increase the quality of their later life. Further, knowledge of health and aging assists individuals to better manage the aging process of their family members. Finally, the study of aging and health enhances professional opportunities in the field of gerontology. The text provides a comprehensive overview of the most important topics in health and aging. The latest edition of the textbook is completely revised to assure all information is up-to-date and accurate and well-referenced. This edition provides extensive and reputable web-associated resources to supplement the written material in the text,…

Book details

List price: $159.33
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies, The
Publication date: 2/12/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 560
Size: 7.50" wide x 8.75" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.782
Language: English



Introduction: The Study of Health and Aging


Our Nation’s Elders: The Facts


Biologic Aging Theories and Longevity


The Body and Its Age Changes


Chronic Illnesses: The Major Killers


Other Chronic Diseases and Conditions


Acute Illness and Accidents


Mental Health and Mental Disorders


Medication Use


Physical Activity


Nutrition


Sexuality


Prevention and Health Promotion


Medical Care


Long-Term Care


Dying, Death, and Grief