NURSING FOR WELLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS.

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This book offers perspectives on wellness-oriented nursing care for older adults in any healthcare setting. The book provides coverage of the theory and practice of gerontological nursing, addressing both physiologic and psychosocial aspects of aging, as well as broader issues such as cultural competence and legal and ethical concerns. Organized around the author's Functional Consequences Theory, the book explores age-related changes as well as the risk factors that often interfere with optimal health and functioning. The major premise of the text is that nurses have an essential role in promoting wellness for older adults, which involves supporting their optimal level of functioning and quality of life. In keeping with the focus on promoting wellness for older adults, this text emphasizes the evidence-based information that is pertinent to helping nurses work proactively with older adults to promote high levels of functioning and quality of life, despite the limitations associated with aging, disease, and other conditions. This edition includes a focus on caregiver wellness, quality care concerns, and AACN/HIGN standards, ensuring students are prepared to implement safe, effective practice.--adapted from publisher's description Contents: Older adults and wellness Nursing considerations for older adults Promoting wellness in psychosocial function Promoting wellness in physical function Promoting wellness in all stages of health and illness

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