Gerontological Nursing: An Advanced Practice Approach

Gerontological Nursing: An Advanced Practice Approach
ISBN-10
0838531318
ISBN-13
9780838531310
Series
Gerontological Nursing
Category
Medical / Nursing / General
Pages
639
Language
English
Published
1999
Publisher
Appleton & Lange
Author
Courtney H. Lyder

Description

A supplement for courses in Adult, Family, and Geriatric Nursing.

This text uses a case study approach to present practical information about the clinical management of the older adult. It focuses on common problems of the geriatric in acute, community, and long-term settings. Comprehensive coverage of assessment and diagnostic tools, cognitive and ethical issues, and the planning of care encourages the development of critical-thinking and decision-making skills.

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