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Prepare to compassionately care for the aging population with Gerontologic Nursing, Seventh Edition, uniquely known for its comprehensive coverage of the most common medical-surgical problems associated with older adults. Organized by body system for easy retrieval of information, it delves into health promotion and both basic and complex gerontologic concepts and issues. A disorder-focused approach addresses nursing management and care coordination across health care delivery settings. This text emphasizes topics such as nutrition, chronic illness, emergency treatment, patient teaching, home care, and end-of-life care - and provides you with a solid foundation to meet the future challenges of providing nursing care for the vast and growing older adult population. NEW! Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN)-style cases and questions are included in select clinical chaptersNEW! Aging theory and nursing theory content promotes understanding of the relationship between theory and practiceNEW! Cultural content integrated throughout the text facilitates culturally congruent care practicesUPDATED! Completely revised chapters ensure content is relevant and practice-related for the gerontologic nurseBody system chapters include an overview of age-related changes in structure and functionCurrent standards and guidelines are reflected throughout to ensure you are learning the most up-to-date informationEssential nursing care guidelines are presented in each clinical chapterPsychologic and sociocultural issues and aspects of older adult care are integrated throughout the textClinical judgment questions at the end of chapters challenge you to apply your knowledge and clinical judgment skillsHelpful boxes throughout the text highlight key information, including: Nursing Care PlanPatient/Family TeachingHealth Promotion/Illness PreventionNutritional ConsiderationsEvidence-Based PracticeEmergency TreatmentHome CareKey points and summary sections at the end of chapters reinforce the most important concepts and information One Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN)-style case/question added to each clinical chapterAdding content on culturally congruent care to Socioeconomic and Environmental Influences chapterExpanded content on Pressure Injuries Expanded content on Infection & Inflammation
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PART I Introduction to Gerontologic Nursing1. Overview of Gerontologic Nursing
2. Healthcare Policy that Affects Older Adults
3. Assessment of the Older Adult
PART II Influences on Health and Illness4. Family Influences
5. Socioeconomic and Environmental Influences
6. Health Promotion and Illness/Disability Prevention
PART III Influences on Quality of Life7. Nutrition
8. Sleep and Activity
9. Safety
10. Sexuality and Aging
11. Pain
12. Infection and Inflammation
PART IV Diagnostic Studies and Pharmacologic Management13. Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests
14. Drugs and Aging
PART V Nursing Care of Physiologic and Psychological Disorders15. Integumentary Function
16. Sensory Function
17. Cardiovascular Function
18. Respiratory Function
19. Gastrointestinal Function
20. Urinary Function
21. Musculoskeletal Function
22. Cognitive and Neurologic Function
23. Endocrine Function
PART VI Health Care Transitions24. Health Care Delivery Settings and Older Adults
25. Chronic Illness and Rehabilitation
26. Cancer
27. Loss and End-of-Life Issues
Appendix A: Resources and Advocacy Groups for Older Adults
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Associate Professor Jennifer J. Yeager works at Tarleton State University, Stephenville, Texas.Associate Professor Mary B. Winton works at Tarleton State University, Stephenville, Texas.
