How to Manage Pain in the Elderly

D'Arcy, Yvonne MS, CNS

Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI)
ISBN:	1-930538-84-7 (1930538847)
ISBN-13:	978-1-930538-84-9 (9781930538849)
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2010
Publish Date:	12/09
Weight:	0.58 Lbs.
Pages:	184
Carton Quantity:	72
Subject Class:	N-G (Geriatric Nursing)
Remarks:	This Title is Out of Print
Out Of Print:	Yes
Doody Star Rating:	3
Return Policy:	Non-Returnable.
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Class Specifications
Discipline:	Nursing
Subject Definition:	Geriatric Nursing-Methods; Pain-Nursing; Aged; Pain-Therapy
NLM Class:	WY 152
LC Class:	RB127
Abstract:	Do you need practical solutions for managing pain in elderly patients? How to Manage Pain in the Elderly provides nurses a practical, clinical approach to ease suffering in older patients. This solutions-oriented handbook delivers clinical tips, case studies, and assessment questions to apply the methods within the book. You will find practical advice to geriatric nurses on: Pain assessment Pain medication management Complementary methods for pain relief Interventional pain management Palliative care Geared toward meeting the unique needs of the elderly, this book follows U.S. guidelines on pain.