Nurse's Role in Promoting Optimal Health of Older Adults: Thriving in the Wisdom Years

Lange, Jean W. PhD, RN

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Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Davis, F.A.
ISBN:	0-8036-2245-7 (0803622457)
ISBN-13:	978-0-8036-2245-6 (9780803622456)
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2012
Publish Date:	09/11
Weight:	1.65 Lbs.
Pages:	443
Carton Quantity:	22
Subject Class:	N-G (Geriatric Nursing)
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 10 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
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Class Specifications
Discipline:	Nursing
Subject Definition:	Geriatric Nursing-Methods; Health Promotion; Aged
NLM Class:	WY 152
LC Class:	RC954
Abstract:	Why focus on the negative aspects of growing old while most older adults are leading positive, fulfilling, and active lives even while dealing with the changes associated with aging and chronic illnesses?Promote healthy aging; learn what it means to age successfully; and develop the tools and resources that can optimize well-being during the later years in life with the guidance you'll find inside.The author, a nationally recognized expert in the field of gerontology addresses the physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of older adults based on a holistic, mid-range nursing theory of successful aging. Contributions from healthcare professionals in exercise physiology, nutrition, pharmacy and elder law help you understand how these disciplines work together to benefit patients.