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9780803600096

Caring for the Elderly Client

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  • ISBN13:

    9780803600096

  • ISBN10:

    0803600097

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 1995-02-01
  • Publisher: F. A. Davis Company

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Written by leaders in the field of gerontologic nursing, this easy-to-read text presents state-of-the-art thinking about its subject. It addresses care of the elderly in a positive way. It covers normal and abnormal processes of aging with an emphasis on the normal aging process, a wellness lifestyle, and promotion of functional ability in the presence of illness. With a strong focus on the realities of clinical practice, this book presents the specialized knowledge required to provide competent care to the elderly client.

Table of Contents

The Aging Experiencep. 2
Promoting Wellnessp. 27
The Management Role of the Licensed Practical Nursep. 56
The Use of Nursing Process and Nursing Diagnosis in the Care of Older Adultsp. 84
Legal and Ethical Considerations Regarding the Elderlyp. 121
Environments of Carep. 146
Common Medical Diagnosesp. 170
Physiological Assessmentp. 199
Common Clinical Problems: Physiologicalp. 260
Psychological Assessmentp. 292
Common Clinical Problems: Psychologicalp. 319
Restorative Carep. 353
Pharmacology and Its Significance for Elderly Clientsp. 379
Laboratory Values and the Elderlyp. 399
Appendix A: Resident Assessment Protocolsp. 437
Appendix B: Living Will Instruction Guidep. 440
Appendix C: Answers to Chapter Study Questionsp. 445
Indexp. 447
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