Fast Facts for the Gerontology Nurse :A Nursing Care Guide in a Nutshell - Fast Facts
Fast Facts for the Gerontology Nurse :A Nursing Care Guide in a Nutshell - Fast Facts
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25 November, 2013
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This convenient and easy-to-use pocket-sized reference provides gerontology nurses with the foundational knowledge they need to provide all aspects of safe, effective care to older patients. It contains crucial evidence-based information that enables nurses to differentiate between normal and abnormal findings, understand the presentation and management of common diseases of the gerontological population, and integrate age-specific considerations into care planning and implementation with older adults. Pervading the resource is a holistic approach in which all facets of the individual: physical and mental health, emotional and spiritual wellbeing, self-care, family relationships, and unique risks for this population, are considered. Designed for daily use, the guide is consistently organized in bullet-point Fast Facts style for easy access to information. Also included are such helpful features as "Clinical Snapshots" and "Fast Facts in a Nutshell" to reinforce content and aid in speedy information retrieval. A resources section guides nurses to additional information on each topic. Key Features: Presents all aspects of current evidence-based practice in gerontology in user-friendly style Uses a holistic approach that considers all facets of the individual Provides key information that demonstrates the impact of aging on assessing, planning, and implementing care Features "Clinical Snapshots" and "Fast Facts in a Nutshell" for speedy information retrieval Includes information on gerontology care that is needed daily
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| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780826198273 |
| ISBN10 | 0826198279 |
| Number Of Pages | 376 |
| Item Weight | 1000 g |
| Publisher / Reseller | Springer Publishing Co Inc |
| Format | paperback |
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Author's Bio
Charlotte Eliopoulos, PhD, MPH, RN, is executive director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Nursing (AALTCN) and works in private practice.