Journey Across the Life Span : Human Development and Health Promotion

by Polan, Elaine U.; Taylor, Daphne R.

• ISBN13: 9780803615939
• ISBN10: 0803615930
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780803609495, 9780803623163
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-02-23
• Publisher: F a Davis Co
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Summary

Authors Elaine Polan and Daphne Taylor provide the most reliable and comprehensive instruction for applying health promotion to the clinical setting. This user-friendly, updated edition will guide you to better understand the demands of your future role with patients through all stages of the life cycle. Expanded coverage of late adulthood - especially pertinent for LPNs who practice extensively in long-term-care facilities. New chapter addresses death, dying, and grieving across the life span to heighten your awareness of this sensitive concern at each stage of life. Boxes and "Helpful Hints" features within chapters address specific clinical issues, cultural considerations, patient/family teaching, and stress and coping techniques. Book jacket.

Author Biography

Daphne Taylor, RN, MS, is Classroom/Clinical Instructor, Practical Nurse Program, Vocational Education and Extension Board, School of Practical Nursing, Uniondale, New York.

Table of Contents

Healthy Lifestyles	p. 1
Culture	p. 15
The Family	p. 29
Communication	p. 43
Theories of Growth and Development	p. 55
Prenatal Period to 1 Year	p. 73
Toddlerhood	p. 101
Preschool	p. 119
School Age	p. 135
Puberty and Adolescence	p. 153
Early Adulthood	p. 173
Middle Adulthood	p. 191
Late Adulthood	p. 203
Death and Dying	p. 231
Community Help Services	p. 245
Recommendations for Health Promotion	p. 247
Sample of Living Will and Health-Care Proxy	p. 251
Answers to Multiple-Choice Questions	p. 255
Glossary	p. 257
Index	p. 265
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