Gerontological Nursing, 1st Edition

A Holistic Approach to the Care of Older People

Author: Caroline Vafeas and Susan Slatyer

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ISBN / EAN: 9780729543675
This textbook is prescribed for the following courses:

2022 - new nursing curriculum Western Sydney University

401448 - Becoming a Professional Nurse Western Sydney University

NCS2201 - Older Adult Health Edith Cowan University

- UON New Nursing Curriculum 2022 University of Newcastle

HCBN7101 - Evidence for Nursing Practice Unitec Institute of Technology

- Gerontological Nursing Ara Institute of Canterbury

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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.End of chapter practice scenarios with questionsTips for best practiceFocus on contemporary models of care and clinical governanceInclusion of most common chronic diseases affecting older adults including dementia, depression and deliriumDedicated chapter on Safety and SecurityExpert contributors from multiple Australian and New Zealand universitiesAligned to the Australian Aged Care Quality Standards as well as international standards and guidelinesAn eBook included in all print purchasesAdditional resources on EvolveeBook on VitalSourceInstructor resources:PowerPointsMCQsChapter worksheets

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Publisher

Elsevier Australia

Published

6th April 2021

Edition

1st

Pages

460

ISBN

9780729543675

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