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Toward Healthy Aging: Human Needs and Nursing Response, 11th Edition
ISBN: 9780323809887
Toward Healthy Aging is a comprehensive textbook designed for gerontological nursing courses. It's a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of the health, wellness, and care needs of older adults. This book is primarily used by nursing students and professionals in gerontological nursing, as well as by educators teaching gerontology courses.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by nursing students in gerontological nursing courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for gerontological nursing professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of aging and its implications on health care.
History and Editions
The 11th edition of Toward Healthy Aging has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on aging and health care. This edition includes detailed updates on gerontological nursing practices, emphasizing caring and respect for older adults. It also includes special sections that provide an honest look at the universal experience of aging, helping students develop a holistic understanding of gerontological nursing.
Author and Other Works
Theris A. Touhy and Kathleen F. Jett are the authors of Toward Healthy Aging. Theris A. Touhy is known for her expertise in gerontological nursing and her ability to explain complex concepts clearly and simply. Kathleen F. Jett brings her experience in nursing education to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant for both students and professionals.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in gerontological nursing, including detailed explanations and examples.
- Evidence-Based Protocols: Based on evidence-based protocols, this text helps students master gerontological nursing skills.
- Clinical Judgment Skills: The book emphasizes the development of clinical judgment skills, identified by the NCSBN and the AACN as key attributes of professional nursing.
- Updated Topics: The text includes updated topics relevant to gerontological nursing, such as therapeutic communication with older adults, cognitive health, and safe medication use.
- Practice Examples: Special sections like "A Student Speaks" and "An Elder Speaks" provide practice examples designed to assist students in assessment, planning, interventions, and outcomes to promote healthy aging.
- Learning Objectives: Each chapter includes learning objectives that introduce important content and define learning goals and expectations.
- Critical Thinking Questions and Activities: These emphasize QSEN competencies and safety issues related to care of older adults.
- Safety Alerts and Tips for Best Practice: These summarize evidence-based nursing interventions for practice and highlight important research studies in the field of gerontology.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780323809887
- eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780323811668
- eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780323811675
- Loose-leaf: ISBN-13: Not available (hardcover is primary format)
Publication Details
- Publisher: Mosby
- Publication Date: Not specified
- Number of Pages: 515
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
10th Edition: Available through various retailers
Related ISBNs:
9780323811668
9780323811675
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Toward Healthy Aging, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
