This first edition Australian text aligns nursing care principles and practice to the unique requirements of older people.
Written by leading academics and clinicians, Gerontological Nursing: A holistic approach to the care of older people covers t ...view more
This first edition Australian text aligns nursing care principles and practice to the unique requirements of older people.
Written by leading academics and clinicians, Gerontological Nursing: A holistic approach to the care of older people covers the essential skills of gerontological care with a focus on chronic diseases, neurocognitive disorders, mental health, quality of life and healthy ageing, palliative care and bereavement, safety issues, and the role of the caregiver.
As nurses play an ever more critical role in supporting the needs of an ageing population, this essential text will enable nursing students to navigate the complexities of older people’s healthcare, promote healthy ageing, and help people to live well.
This first edition Australian text aligns nursing care principles and practice to the unique requirements of older people.
Written by leading academics and clinicians, Gerontological Nursing: A holistic approach to the care of older people covers the essential skills of gerontological care with a focus on chronic diseases, neurocognitive disorders, mental health, quality of life and healthy ageing, palliative care and bereavement, safety issues, and the role of the caregiver.
As nurses play an ever more critical role in supporting the needs of an ageing population, this essential text will enable nursing students to navigate the complexities of older people’s healthcare, promote healthy ageing, and help people to live well.
Key Features
End of chapter practice scenarios with questions
Tips for best practice
Focus on contemporary models of care and clinical governance
Inclusion of most common chronic diseases affecting older adults including dementia, depression and delirium
Dedicated chapter on Safety and Security
Expert contributors from multiple Australian and New Zealand universities
Aligned to the Australian Aged Care Quality Standards as well as international standards and guidelines
An eBook included in all print purchases
Additional resources on Evolve
eBook on VitalSource
Instructor resources:
PowerPoints
MCQs
Chapter worksheets
Author Information
By Caroline Vafeas, PhD, MA, BSc (Hons), RN, Director Undergraduate Nursing Studies
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Western Australia, Australia and Susan Slatyer, PhD, BNurs (Hons.), RN, Associate Professor of Nursing
College of Science Health Engineering and Education
Murdoch University
Western Australia, Australia
1. Gerontological Nursing in Australia 2. Contemporary Ageing 3. Cross-Cultural Ageing 4. Promoting Healthy Ageing 5. Navigating the Health Care System 6. Gerontological Nursing across the Continuum of Care 7. Communication and Shared Decision Making 8. Comprehensive Health Assessment 9. Living with Chronic Conditions 10. Infection Prevention and Control 11. Safe Use of Medications 12. Nutrition and Hydration 13. Elimination 14. Sleep and Rest 15. Promoting Healthy Skin 16. Falls and Falls Prevention 17. A Palliative Approach 18. Safety and Security 19. Pain Assessment and Management 20. Hearing 21. Vision 22. Musculoskeletal Health 23. Cardiovascular Health 24. Respiratory Health 25. Mental Health in Older Age 26. Neurocognitive Disorders 27. Relationships in Later Life 28. The Caregiver 29. Loss, Grief and Bereavement
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<P>Written by leading academics and clinicians, <I>Gerontological Nursing: A holistic approach to the care of older people</I> covers the essential skills of gerontological care with a focus on chronic diseases, neurocognitive disorders, mental health, quality of life and healthy ageing, palliative care and bereavement, safety issues, and the role of the caregiver.</P>
<P>As nurses play an ever more critical role in supporting the needs of an ageing population, this essential text will enable nursing students to navigate the complexities of older people’s healthcare, promote healthy ageing, and help people to live well.</P> <P>This first edition Australian text aligns nursing care principles and practice to the unique requirements of older people. </P>
<P>Written by leading academics and clinicians, <I>Gerontological Nursing: A holistic approach to the care of older people</I> covers the essential skills of gerontological care with a focus on chronic diseases, neurocognitive disorders, mental health, quality of life and healthy ageing, palliative care and bereavement, safety issues, and the role of the caregiver.</P>
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School of Nursing and Midwifery
Western Australia, Australia and <STRONG>Susan Slatyer</STRONG>, PhD, BNurs (Hons.), RN, Associate Professor of Nursing
College of Science Health Engineering and Education
Murdoch University
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