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.
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
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