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Advanced practice nursing in the care of older adults / Laurie Kennedy-Malone, Lori Martin-Plank, Evelyn Groenke Duffy.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublisher: Philadelphia, PA : F.A. Davis Company, [2019]Edition: Second editionDescription: 1 online resource (xxiv, 517 pages) : illustrationsContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • computer
Carrier type:
  • online resource
ISBN:
  • 9780803694798
  • 0803694792
Subject(s): Genre/Form: Additional physical formats: Print version:: Advanced practice nursing in the care of older adults.DDC classification:
  • 618.97/0231 23
LOC classification:
  • RC954 .K46 2019
NLM classification:
  • 2019 C-789
  • WY 152
Online resources:
Contents:
Changes with aging -- Health promotion -- Exercise in older adults -- Comprehensive geriatric assessment -- Symptoms and syndromes -- Skin and lymphatic disorders -- Head, neck, and face disorders -- Chest disorders -- Peripheral vascular disorders -- Abdominal disorders -- Urological and gynecological disorders -- Musculoskeletal disorders -- Central and peripheral nervous system disorders -- Endocrine, metabolic, and nutritional disorders -- Hematological and immune system disorders -- Psychosocial disorders -- Polypharmacy -- Chronic illness and the advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) -- Palliative care and end-of-life care.
Summary: "Meet the diverse health care needs of older adults! Explore effective ways to enhance the wellness and independence of older adults across the wellness-illness continuum, including acute, primary, and long-term care.From an overview of the theories of aging and assessment through the treatment of disorders, including complex illnesses, this evidence-based book provides the comprehensive gerontological coverage you need to prepare for your role as an Advanced Practice Nurse. You'll be prepared for boards and for practice"--Publisher's description.
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Item type Current library Shelving location Call number Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Electronic Book Electronic Book Kuakarun Nursing Library Processing unit 2019 C-789 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Online Access Eb35494
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Changes with aging -- Health promotion -- Exercise in older adults -- Comprehensive geriatric assessment -- Symptoms and syndromes -- Skin and lymphatic disorders -- Head, neck, and face disorders -- Chest disorders -- Peripheral vascular disorders -- Abdominal disorders -- Urological and gynecological disorders -- Musculoskeletal disorders -- Central and peripheral nervous system disorders -- Endocrine, metabolic, and nutritional disorders -- Hematological and immune system disorders -- Psychosocial disorders -- Polypharmacy -- Chronic illness and the advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) -- Palliative care and end-of-life care.

"Meet the diverse health care needs of older adults! Explore effective ways to enhance the wellness and independence of older adults across the wellness-illness continuum, including acute, primary, and long-term care.From an overview of the theories of aging and assessment through the treatment of disorders, including complex illnesses, this evidence-based book provides the comprehensive gerontological coverage you need to prepare for your role as an Advanced Practice Nurse. You'll be prepared for boards and for practice"--Publisher's description.

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