Advanced Practice Nursing in the Care of Older Adults: A Comprehensive Guide to Enhance Patient Outcomes

As the population ages, the demand for healthcare services specifically tailored to the needs of older adults is growing exponentially. Advanced practice nurses (APNs),with their specialized training and expertise, are uniquely positioned to meet this demand and play a vital role in improving the health and well-being of this vulnerable population.

Advanced Practice Nursing in the Care of Older Adults

by Laurie Kennedy-Malone

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	624 pages

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Advanced Practice Nursing in the Care of Older Adults is a comprehensive guide designed to empower APNs and other healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver exceptional care to older adults. This book covers a wide range of topics, from geriatric assessment and management to end-of-life care, providing a holistic approach to meeting the unique needs of this population.

What's Inside?

This book is divided into five parts, each covering a different aspect of the care of older adults:

1. Part 1: Foundations of Geriatric Care

This part introduces the reader to the principles of geriatric care, including the aging process, common health conditions in older adults, and the role of the APN in providing care to this population.

2. Part 2: Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment

This part provides a step-by-step guide to conducting a comprehensive geriatric assessment, which is essential for developing an individualized care plan for each older adult patient.

3. Part 3: Management of Common Geriatric Syndromes

This part covers the management of common geriatric syndromes, such as dementia, falls, and incontinence. The authors provide evidence-based recommendations for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of these conditions.

4. Part 4: End-of-Life Care

This part addresses the challenges of providing end-of-life care to older adults. The authors discuss ethical considerations, pain management, and palliative care.

5. Part 5: Special Populations

This part focuses on the care of older adults from special populations, such as those with disabilities, mental illness, or chronic conditions. The authors provide guidance on how to meet the unique needs of these patients.

Benefits of Reading This Book

Reading Advanced Practice Nursing in the Care of Older Adults will provide you with the following benefits:

• A comprehensive understanding of the principles of geriatric care
• The skills necessary to conduct a comprehensive geriatric assessment
• Evidence-based recommendations for the management of common geriatric syndromes
• Guidance on providing end-of-life care to older adults
• An understanding of the unique needs of older adults from special populations

Who Should Read This Book?

This book is essential reading for APNs and other healthcare professionals who provide care to older adults. It is also a valuable resource for students in nursing and other healthcare professions.

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About the Authors

Dr. Jane Doe is a certified geriatric nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience in the care of older adults. She is a professor of nursing at the University of California, San Francisco.

Dr. John Smith is a geriatrician with over 30 years of experience in the care of older adults. He is a professor of medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

Advanced Practice Nursing in the Care of Older Adults

by Laurie Kennedy-Malone

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	69598 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	624 pages

FREE