Fast Facts for the Gerontology Nurse: A Nursing Care Guide in a Nutshell Contributor(s): Eliopoulos, Charlotte (Author) |
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ISBN: 0826198279 ISBN-13: 9780826198273 Publisher: Springer Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $33.25 Product Type: Paperback Published: November 2013 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Medical | Nursing - Gerontology - Medical | Nursing - Medical & Surgical |
Dewey: 618.970 |
LCCN: 2013035955 |
Series: Fast Facts (Springer) |
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 5" W x 7.9" (0.65 lbs) 376 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This convenient and easy-to-use pocket-sized reference provides gerontology nurses with the foundational knowledge they need to provide all aspects of safe, effective care to older patients. It contains crucial evidence-based information that enables nurses to differentiate between normal and abnormal findings, understand the presentation and management of common diseases of the gerontological population, and integrate age-specific considerations into care planning and implementation with older adults. Pervading the resource is a holistic approach in which all facets of the individual: physical and mental health, emotional and spiritual wellbeing, self-care, family relationships, and unique risks for this population, are considered. Designed for daily use, the guide is consistently organized in bullet-point Fast Facts style for easy access to information. Also included are such helpful features as Clinical Snapshots and Fast Facts in a Nutshell to reinforce content and aid in speedy information retrieval. A resources section guides nurses to additional information on each topic. Key Features:
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