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ISBN
9781284038873
Subject Area
Social Science, Medical
Publication Name
Gerontology for the Health Care Professional
Publisher
Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC
Item Length
9.8 in
Subject
Gerontology, Allied Health Services / General, Geriatrics
Publication Year
2013
Type
Textbook
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Item Height
0.6 in
Author
Walter C. Chop, Regula H. Robnett
Features
Revised
Item Weight
23.5 Oz
Item Width
5.9 in
Number of Pages
420 Pages
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Publisher
Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC
ISBN-10
1284038874
ISBN-13
9781284038873
eBay Product ID (ePID)
168001077

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
420 Pages
Publication Name
Gerontology for the Health Care Professional
Language
English
Subject
Gerontology, Allied Health Services / General, Geriatrics
Publication Year
2013
Features
Revised
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Social Science, Medical
Author
Walter C. Chop, Regula H. Robnett
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
23.5 Oz
Item Length
9.8 in
Item Width
5.9 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number
3
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
305.2602461
Table Of Content
Chapter1 Demographic Trends of an Aging Society Chapter2 Social Gerontology Chapter3 The Physiology and Pathology of Aging Chapter4 The Cognitive and Psychological Changes Associated with Aging Chapter5 Functional Performance in Later Life Chapter6 Geriatric Pharmacotherapy Chapter7 Nutrition and Aging Chapter8 An Oral Perspective on Healthy Aging and Prevention for the Older Adult Chapter9 Sexuality and Aging Chapter10 Living Options and the Continuum of Care Chapter11 Policy and Ethical Issues for Older Adults Chapter12 Health Literacy and Clear Health Communication Chapter13 Future Concerns in an Aging Society
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
Gerontology for the Health Care Professional, Third Edition is a comprehensive, practical text covering the evolving field of gerontology, written for health care students and professionals. Written by experts across many health professions, Gerontology for the Health Care Professional, Third Edition presents an up-to-date and realistic view on the aging process. With topics presented in an introductory fashion, this book covers all the important aspects of aging and instills an appreciation for the multidimensional aspects of aging for those who are working with and caring for elderly patients or clients. Each chapter includes objectives, chapter outlines, cast studies, multiple-choice review questions, and learning activities. The Third Edition begins with chapters on different aspects of the aging process. Later chapters explore various issues that are of primary importance to the older population. This comprehensive, accessible text concludes with the future concerns of an aging society. There is also an epilogue encouraging all health care professionals to embrace patient or client advocacy, especially for older adults. New to the Third Edition Chapter on dental issues: An Oral Perspective on Healthy Aging and Prevention for the Older Adult More Case Studies New Test Bank New Epilogue More information on policy and legislative issues, patient advocacy, ethics, elder abuse, cultural issues, communication issues, and social theories of aging Updated information, statistics, and census data Expand dementia section to include comparing and contrasting delirium and dementia, and including more about different types of dementia such as Lewy Body Dementia, and Parkinsonian Dementia Expanded information on sleep disorders and continence Expanded medication therapy management services section including Beers list, new drugs, and links to up-to-date medication information Latest information on obesity More information on sexuality for institutionalized adults, universal design in the community (elder friendly cities), technology to promote independence, and international data including examples of old age care from around the world INSTRUCTOR RESOURCES PowerPoint Presentations, Instructor's Manual, Answer Key, Discussion Questions STUDENT RESOURCES Companion Website, including: Crossword Puzzles, Matching Exercises, Glossary, Flashcards, Web Link
LC Classification Number
RA564.8.G468 2015

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