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Author:

Eliopoulos, Charlotte.

Title:

Gerontological nursing / Charlotte Eliopoulos.

Edition:

3rd ed.

Publisher:

J.B. Lippincott,

Copyright Date:

c1993

Description:

xviii, 439 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Subject:

Geriatric nursing.
Soins infirmiers en gériatrie.
Geriatric Nursing.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents:

Nursing and the elderly -- Theories of aging -- Ethnicity -- The aging family -- Adjustments in aging -- Common aging changes -- Facilitating self-care -- Ventilation and circulation -- Nutrition -- Excretion -- Activity -- Rest -- Solitude and social interaction -- Sexuality -- Safety -- Environmental considerations -- Nursing assessment -- Planning and providing care -- Cardiovascular problems -- Peripheral vascular disease -- Respiratory problems -- Gastrointestinal problems -- Diabetes -- Musculoskeletal problems -- Genitourinary problems -- Neurological problems -- Sensory deficits -- Hematological problems -- Dermatological problems -- Cancer -- Emergencies -- Surgical care -- Mental-health problems -- Rehabilitative aspects of care -- Geriatric pharmacology -- Coping with chronic illness -- Death and dying -- Legal aspects of nursing care -- Ethical considerations -- Matching services to needs -- Gerontological nursing in diverse care settings -- Challenges of the future.

ISBN:

9780397549740
0397549741

LCCN:

92002159

Locations:

6AAX145 -- Carroll Campus Library (Carroll)