| Description |
xxiv, 616 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
1. Aging yesterday, today, and tomorrow -- 2. Gerontological nursing -- 3. Changes in the health care delivery system affecting older adults -- 4. Developmental aspects of aging -- 5. Biological and physiological aging -- 6. Psychological aspects of aging -- 7. Social aging -- 8. Successful aging -- 9. Geriatric nutrition -- 10. Informal support systems -- 11. Wellness and health promotion -- 12. Health education -- 13. Assessment, diagnosis, and planning -- 14. Major diseases: an overview -- 15. Acute care issues -- 16. Chronic illness -- 17. Management of medications -- 18. Mental health issues -- 19. Nursing facilities -- 20. Home health care -- 21. Hospice and palliative care -- 22. Primary care centers -- 23. Hospital outpatient care and services -- 24. Community organizations and services -- 25. Ethical theories and principles -- 26. End-of-life decisions and choices -- 27. Legal and financial issues -- 28. Trends and future needs. |
| Subject |
Geriatric nursing.
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Geriatric Nursing -- organization & administration. |
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Aging -- physiology. |
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Health Services for the Aged -- organization & administration. |
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Long-Term Care -- organization & administration. |
| Added Author |
Hogstel, Mildred O.
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| ISBN |
0766807290 |
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9780766807297 |
| Standard No. |
NLM 101092159 |
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YDXCP 1717529 |
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NZ1 5918284 |
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AU@ 000022035185 |
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IG# 9780766807297 |
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