Written by an author team from a top-ranked nursing program, this ground-breaking new text, presents state of the art guidelines for geriatric care for the advance practice nursing student. Practical, logically organized, and complete, this text features; * Expert guidelines, strategies, protocols, and principles for working with older adults * Essential coverage of diagnosis, treatment standards, management, special concerns, judgment calls, and more, organized by body system * Unique coverage of pain management, care for the dying, palliative care, and advance directives * Hands-on help with evaluation and treatment of cardiovascular, respiratory, genitourinary, GI, thyroid, gynecological, musculoskeletal, and CNS disorders, as well as diabetes mellitus * In-depth guidance on problems such as falls, sensory deficits, pressure injuries, and elder abuse and neglect Comprehensive, authoritative, and up-to-date, this text is sure to become an essential component of your nurse practitioner curriculum.
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This is a must-read for all medical people but is especially suited to a Geriatric NP or Family Practice NP who see elderly patients regularly.”—Online Reviewer Expanded, Revised & Updated!
This is a must-read for all medical people but is especially suited to a Geriatric NP or Family Practice NP who see elderly patients regularly."--Amazon Reviewer
This handbook examines the biological changes associated with aging and addresses common mental health disorders of older adults.
Impaired mobility and deconditioning. In J. Stone, J. Wyman, & S. Salisbury (Eds.), Clinical gerontological nursing. A guide to advanced practice (pp. 267–287). Philadelphia, PA: W.B. Saunders. AAA ABG ABMT ACE ACOG ACS AD ADH ADL ADR.
... on health needs that are common to older adults, such as immunization, prevention of falls, social support, emotional support, and intellectual stimulation (Bradshaw SI Klein, 2007). And that it is also important to consider ...
This AJN Book of the Year provides current treatment approaches to nursing care in a variety of health care settings the home, hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. Research-based and fully...
Essential gerontological coverage--perfect for Advanced Practice Nursing students.
The contents do not imply successful performance on the examination.The Examination Preparation Guide includes: ¿ Exam Blueprint ¿ GAPNA Section Articles in Geriatric Nursing, based on 12 Nursing Proficiencies¿ Suggested Reading ...
From foundational advanced practice knowledge and skills to informed clinical judgment, this is an indispensable reference for preparing for AGACNP/DNP certification, and a clinical road map for all adult-gerontology acute care nurse ...