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Elsevier Gerontological Nursing A holistic approach to the care of older people 2021 Edition by Caroline Vafeas, Susan Slatyer
This first edition Australian text aligns nursing care principles and practice to the unique requirements of older people. _x000D__x000D_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._x000D__x000D_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._x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_End of chapter practice scenarios with questions _x000D_Tips for best practice _x000D_Focus on contemporary models of care and clinical governance_x000D_Inclusion of most common chronic diseases affecting older adults including dementia, depression and delirium_x000D_Dedicated chapter on Safety and Security_x000D_Expert contributors from multiple Australian and New Zealand universities_x000D_Aligned to the Australian Aged Care Quality Standards as well as international standards and guidelines_x000D_An eBook included in all print purchases _x000D__x000D_Additional resources on Evolve_x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_eBook on VitalSource _x000D__x000D_Instructor resources:_x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_PowerPoints _x000D_MCQs_x000D__x000D_Chapter worksheets_x000D_ Table of Contents :- _x000D_
1. Gerontological Nursing in Australia_x000D_
2. Contemporary Ageing_x000D_
3. Cross-Cultural Ageing_x000D_
4. Promoting Healthy Ageing_x000D_
5. Navigating the Health Care System_x000D_
6. Gerontological Nursing across the_x000D_
Continuum of Care_x000D_
7. Communication and Shared Decision Making_x000D_
8. Comprehensive Health Assessment_x000D_
9. Living with Chronic Conditions_x000D_
10. Infection Prevention and Control_x000D_
11. Safe Use of Medications_x000D_
12. Nutrition and Hydration_x000D_
13. Elimination_x000D_
14. Sleep and Rest_x000D_
15. Promoting Healthy Skin_x000D_
16. Falls and Falls Prevention_x000D_
17. A Palliative Approach_x000D_
18. Safety and Security_x000D_
19. Pain Assessment and Management_x000D_
20. Hearing_x000D_
21. Vision_x000D_
22. Musculoskeletal Health_x000D_
23. Cardiovascular Health_x000D_
24. Respiratory Health_x000D_
25. Mental Health in Older Age_x000D_
26. Neurocognitive Disorders_x000D_
27. Relationships in Later Life_x000D_
28. The Caregiver_x000D_
29. Loss, Grief and Bereavement_x000D_