Gerontological Nursing & Healthy Aging - E-Book, 7th Edition
New to this edition
- NEW! Updated COVID-19 information includes its ramifications on the elderly population
- NEW! QR codes provide instant access to references
- NEW! Discussion of the objectives identified in Healthy People 2030 relates these goals to older adults
Key Features
- Focus on health and wellness includes evidence-based information and healthy aging strategies
- Information on the most common geriatric health disorders includes those with unique implications in the older population
- Discussion of disease processes is placed in the context of healthy adaptation, nursing support, and responsibilities
- Core competencies from the AACN and the Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing are integrated throughout the book
- Easy-to-use information on nursing techniques and communication appears with the associated disorders, symptoms, and situations
- Evidence-Based Practice boxes summarize research findings that confirm effective practices or identify practices with unknown, ineffective, or harmful effects
- NCSBN model of clinical judgment guides you through decision-making by using the framework developed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing
- Coverage of age, cultural, and gender differences highlights these important considerations in caring for older adults
- Key concepts, learning activities, and discussion questions are included at the end of every chapter
Author Information
| ISBN Number | 9780443281334 |
|---|---|
| Main Author | Edited by Kathleen F. Jett, PhD, GNP-BC, DPNAP and Theris A. Touhy, DNP, CNS, DPNAP |
| Copyright Year | 2027 |
| Edition Number | 7 |
| Format | eBook |
| Imprint | Elsevier |
| Page Count | 0 |
| Publication Date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Stock Status | IN STOCK |


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1 Aging and Wellness in a Global Community
2 Biological Theories and Physical Changes With Aging
3 Gerontological Nursing and Health Promotion
4 Gerontological Nursing Across the Continuum of Care
5 Providing Cross-Cultural Care to Reduce Health Disparities
6 Promoting Psychosocial, Spiritual, and Cognitive Health
7 Economic and Legal Issues Affecting Clinical Judgment
SECTION 2 Foundations of Gerontological Nursing
8 Recognizing Cues in Gerontological Nursing
9 Promoting Safe Medication Use
10 Addressing Nutritional Health in Late Life
11 Promotion of Hydration and Oral Health
12 Promoting Healthy Rest, Sleep, and Activity
13 Preventive Strategies to Reduce Fall Risk and Injuries
14 Promoting Safe Environments
15 Promoting Relief From Pain
SECTION 3 Promoting Health in Chronic Illness
16 Living With Chronic Illness
17 Common Skin Disorders
18 Enhancing Hearing and Vision
19 Common Gastrointestinal and Urological Disorders
20 Endocrine Disorders
21 Bone and Joint Problems
22 Respiratory Disorders
23 Cardiovascular Disorders and Stroke
24 Neurocognitive Disorders
25 Psychiatric Disorders
SECTION 4 Caring for Older Adults and Their Caregivers
26 Promoting Healthy Relationships, Roles, and Transitions
27 Promoting Caregiver Health
28 Loss, Death, and Palliative Care

