Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide exceptional care for elderly patients with Williams’ Basic Geriatric Nursing, 7th edition. This highly readable text covers aging theories and concepts as well as appropriate nursing interventions. You will gain a deep understanding of the unique physiological and psychosocial changes that impact the elderly adult. The new edition includes practical QSEN boxes and Nurse Alert features that highlight safety, cultural considerations, health promotion, coordinated care, and home care that is specific to elderly patients. Additionally, you will have access to an online Study Guide, NCLEX®-PN review questions, and real-world clinical situation boxes to help you study for exams and apply concepts to real-life practice.
Table of Contents
Unit One: Overview of Aging
1.Trends and Issues
2.Theories of Aging
3.Physiologic Changes
Unit Two: Basic Skills for Gerontologic Nursing
4.Health Promotion, Health Maintenance, and Home Health Considerations
5.Communicating with Older Adults
6.Maintaining Fluid Balance and Meeting Nutrition Needs
7.Medications and Older Adults
8.Health Assessment for Older Adults
9.Meeting Safety Needs of Older Adults
Unit Three: Psychosocial Care of the Elderly
10.Cognition and Perception
11.Self-Perception and Self-Concept
Unit Three: Psychosocial Care of the Elderly
10.Cognition and Perception
11.Self-Perception and Self-Concept
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12.Roles and Relationships 13.Coping and Stress
14.Values and Beliefs
15.End-of-Life Care
16.Sexuality and Aging
Unit Four: Physical Care of the Elderly
17.Care of Aging Skin and Mucous Membranes
18.Elimination
19.Activity and Exercise
20.Sleep and Rest
Appendices
Appendix A: Laboratory Values for Older Adults
Appendix B: The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)
Appendix C: Dietary Information for Older Adults
Appendix D: Resources for Older Adults
Bibliography
Reader References
Glossary
Index
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