Gerontology For The Health Care Professional

• Main Authors: Robnett, Regula H. (Author), Brossoie, Nancy (Author)
• Other Authors: Chop, Walter C.
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Sudbury, United States Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc 2020
• Edition: fourth edition
• Subjects: Geriatrics; Aged; Aging > physiology; Geriatric Assessment
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• Physical Description: xx, 403 pages colour illustrations 23 cm
• Bibliography: includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781284140569; 1284140563

Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools. Gerontology for the Health Care Professional, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive, practical text covering the evolving field of gerontology, developed for healthcare students and professionals. Written by experts across many health disciplines, this text presents an up-to-date and realistic assessment of the aging process. Gerontology for the Health Care Professional, Fourth Edition begins with a review of demographic trends and continues with an overview of key topics such as the physiology, pathology, pharmacotherapy, nutrition, communication, and social concerns related to caring for older patients. This interprofessional resource concludes with future concerns for an aging society and includes an epilogue encouraging all health care professionals to embrace patient or client advocacy, especially for older adults. With new case studies, review questions, and interactive activities, this accessible resource will provide an active learning experience for all health professions students.