Opis
Matteson & McConnells Gerontological Nursing, 3rd Edition provides comprehensive, research-based information on nursing care of older adults. Beginning with the basics, the text uses a systems approach to describe the aging process from wellness to illness. It also describes physiological and psychological aspects of aging in detail, as well as assessment and practice in all settings using the nursing process.
Szczegóły produktu
Indeks
33763
EAN13
9781416001669
ISBN
9781416001669
Opis
Rok wydania
2006
Numer wydania
3
Oprawa
twarda
Liczba stron
1040
Wymiary (mm)
216 x 276
Waga (g)
2336
Section 1 Introduction to Practice in Gerontological Nursing 1. Gerontological Nursing: Issues and Trends in Practice 2. Assessment: Focus on Function 3. Tools for Screening and Assessment 4. Application of Nursing Theory 5. Evidence-Based Practice-NEW!Section 2 Foundations of Gerontological Nursing Practice 6. Gerontology: The Study of Aging 7. Pharmacological Considerations 8. Nutritional Considerations 9. Ethical ConsiderationsSection 3 Aging Changes and Health Deviations 10. Integument System 11. Musculoskeletal System 12. Cardiovascular System 13. Respiratory System 14. Neurological System 15. Gastrointestinal System 16. Genitourinary System 17. Endocrine System 18. Immune System 19. Age-Related Changes in the Special SensesSection 4 Psychosocial Aging 20. Psychological Age-Related Changes 21. Sociological Age-Related Changes 22. End of Life Care of the Older Adult-NEW!Section 5 Competencies and Roles in Gerontological Nursing-NEW! 23. Leadership Skills 24. Group Process 25. Interdisciplinary Care 26. Case Management 27. Health Education and Health Promotion 28. Quality ImprovementSection 6 Gerontological Nursing in the Context of Care 29. The Continuum of Geriatric Care 30. Community Care 31. Assisted Living Care-NEW! 32. Acute Care 33. Subacute Care 34. Long-Term Care