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Honest aging : an insider's guide to the second half of life / by Leipzig, Rosanne M.,1951-author.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.A geriatrician, Leipzig provides readers with inside information about the aging process. She details what to expect, what's normal, what's not-- and what options there are when adapting to getting older. By recognizing age-related changes in your body and mind, you will gain the knowledge to optimize aging and make the best decisions about your life. - adapted from back coverAging 101 - What really matters as you grow older -- Difficult decisions.

Subjects: Aging.; Older people.; Geriatrics.; Aging; Geriatrics;

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Fast facts for dementia care : what nurses need to know in a nutshell / by Miller, Carol A.;

Includes bibliographical references.Dementia: What it is, What it is not, and What Nurses Can Do. Defining dementia -- Distinguishing between dementia and delirium -- Identifying conditions that mimic dementia -- Keeping up to date on options for management. -- Caring for the Person With Dementia. Providing person-centered care for people with dementia -- Caring for the person with mild dementia -- Caring for the person with moderate dementia -- Caring for the person with advanced dementia. -- Issues Posing Particular Challenges in Clinical Settings. Issues related to specific care settings -- Assessing and managing pain -- Addressing safety issues: falls, restraints, and wandering -- Communicating with people who have dementia. -- Managing Dementia-Associated Behaviors. Dementia-associated behaviors -- Issues related to daily activities -- Broader Aspects of Care for People with Dementia. Ethical and legal issues -- Nursing strategies to address caregiver needs.This addition to the Fast Facts series is a guide for nurses in adult health clinical settings on how to provide person-centered care for patients who have dementia as a concurrent condition. It offers the most up-to-date information on dementia and provides strategies for clinical management that facilitate the nurse's work while improving care for patients. The book presents specific care strategies for all stages of dementia and emphasizes relatively simple interventions that nurses can incorporate into their care plans to prevent problems or address them before they escalate. The guide distinguishes between dementia and conditions that mimic dementia, discusses issues related to specific care settings, presents person-centered strategies for families and care partners, and covers the assessment and management of pain, safety concerns, communication strategies, and ethical and legal issues. It additionally provides numerous resources that nurses can offer to caregivers, and serves as a daily companion for all clinical nurses who work with older patients in any setting, including the emergency room, medical-surgical unit, medical office, and community mental health settings.

Subjects: Dementia; Geriatric nursing.;

© ©2012., Springer,

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Handbook of geriatric care management / by Cress, Cathy,editor.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Overview and history of geriatric care management -- Ethics and care management -- Psychosocial assessment in care management -- Functional assessment -- Care planning and geriatric assessment -- Ethnic and cultural considerations in care management -- Moving an elder or late life relocation : the role of the care manager -- Spirituality -- Assessing and supporting the family caregiver -- Supporting clients' quality of life : drawing on community, informal netowrks and care manager creativity -- Technologies that support aging in place -- Maximizing the health and well-being of older veterans -- How to start or add a care management business -- After the start-up : growing a care management business -- Fee-for-service care management in not-for-profit settings -- Combining a PDHC agency and a care management practice -- Marketing care management -- Private revenue sources for the fee based care manager : need versus demand in the private elder-care market -- Care management credentialing -- Preparing for emergencies -- Depression and the older adult : the role of the care manager -- Care management : working with nearly normal aging families -- Family conflict, dependence, and mutuality : care meanagment with the difficult aging family -- Mediation and care management."New to this edition are two new chapters on working with older veterans and helping clients with depression. Completely updated and revised, the Fourth Edition provides updated ethics and standards, a focus on credentialing and certification, numerous case studies, sample forms and letters, and tips for building and growing a care manager business." -- Publisher.

Subjects: Geriatrics; Older people; Health Services for the Aged; Practice Management; Geriatrics.;

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Physical change & aging : a guide for the helping professions / by Saxon, Sue V.; Etten, Mary Jean.; Perkins, Elizabeth A.(Elizabeth Ann),1969-;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Perspectives on aging -- Theories of aging -- The skin, hair, and nails -- The musculoskeletal system -- The nervous system -- Dementia and delirium -- The sensory systems -- The cardiovascular system -- The respiratory system -- The gastrointestinal system -- The urinary system -- The reproductive system -- The endocrine system -- The immune system -- Aging with lifelong disabilities -- Special topics -- Health promotion and exercise -- Complementary and alternative therapies -- Nutrition -- Medications and the elderly -- Teaching older adults -- Caregiving -- Death and grief in the later years.

Subjects: Aging; Geriatrics.; Aging;

© c2010., Springer Pub. Co.,

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To comfort always : a nurse's guide to end-of-life care / by Norlander, Linda,1949-; Sigma Theta Tau International,issuing body.;

Includes bibliographical references.

Subjects: Terminal care.; Nursing.; Geriatric nursing.; Terminal Care.; Nursing Care.; Advance Care Planning.;

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Gerontological nursing / by Eliopoulos, Charlotte.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Unit 1: The aging experience. The aging population -- Theories of aging -- Diversity -- Life transitions and story -- Common aging changes -- Unit 2: Foundations of gerontological nursing. The specialty of gerontological nursing -- Holistic assessment and care planning -- Legal aspects of gerontological nursing -- Ethical aspects of gerontological nursing -- Continuum of care in gerontological nursing -- Unit 3: Health promotion. Nutrition and hydration -- Sleep and rest -- Comfort and paint management -- Safety -- Spirituality -- Sexuality and intimacy -- Safe medication use -- Unit 4: Geriatric care . Respiration -- Circulation -- Digestion and bowel elimination -- Urinary elimination -- Reproductive system health -- Mobility -- Neurologic function -- Vision and hearing -- Endocrine function -- Skin health -- Cancer -- Mental health disorders -- Delirium and dementia -- Living in harmony with chronic conditions -- Unit 5: Settings and special issues in geriatric care -- Rehabilitative and restorative care -- Acute care -- Long term care -- Family caregiving -- End of life careFocusing on the content that students need to know for effective practice, this text offers engaging, evidence-based coverage of the aging process, factors contributing to healthy aging, and unique aspects of disease presentation and management in older adults. Updated to help students meet the challenges of this increasingly diverse population, the ninth edition retains its acclaimed holistic approach through insightful coverage of the psychosocial, legal, ethical, and spiritual elements of patient care.

Subjects: Geriatric nursing.; Geriatric Nursing.; Aging;

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Toward healthy aging : human needs and nursing response / by Touhy, Theris A.,author.; Jett, Kathleenauthor.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.pt. 1 Foundations for clinical judgment to promote healthy aging -- ch. 1 Gerontological nursing across the continuum of care -- ch. 2 Aging, health, and wellness in a global community -- ch. 3 Theories of aging -- ch. 4 Providing cross-cultural care -- ch. 5 Economics and health care in late life -- ch. 6 Promoting excellence in long-term care -- pt. 2 Foundations for taking action -- ch. 7 Therapeutic communication with older adults -- ch. 8 Cognitive health and learning -- ch. 9 Recognizing and analyzing cues to maximize outcomes -- ch. 10 Using laboratory data in clinical judgment -- ch. 11 Safe medication use -- pt. 3 Clinical judgment to promote wellness and function -- ch. 12 Visual health -- ch. 13 Auditory health -- ch. 14 Healthy skin -- ch. 15 Nutritional health -- ch. 16 Hydration and oral health -- ch. 17 Elimination -- ch. 18 Sleep -- ch. 19 Activity and exercise -- ch. 20 Falls and fall risk reduction -- ch. 21 Safe and secure environment -- pt. 4 Clinical judgment to promote wellness for persons with chronic illnesses -- ch. 22 Living well with chronic illness -- ch. 23 Vascular disorders -- ch. 24 Respiratory disorders -- ch. 25 Neurocognitive disorders -- ch. 26 Care of individuals with neurocognitive disorders -- ch. 27 Endocrine and immune disorders -- ch. 28 Common musculoskeletal disorders -- ch. 29 Pain and comfort -- ch. 30 Mental health -- pt. 5 Clinical judgment to promote healthy aging with older adults and families -- ch. 31 Ethics, decision making, and mistreatment -- ch. 32. Relationships, roles, and life transitions -- ch. 33 Intimacy and sexual health -- ch. 34 Loss, death, and palliative care -- ch. 35 Spiritual health, meaning, and self-actualization.Provide holistic, compassionate nursing care for older adults! Based on evidence-based protocols, Toward Healthy Aging, 11th Edition helps you master gerontological nursing skills with an approach that focuses on health, wholeness, and the potential in aging. In promoting healthy aging, the text emphasizes caring and respect for the person. Special sections provide an honest look at the universal experience of aging. Written by gerontological nursing experts Theris A. Touhy and Kathleen F. Jett, this classic text helps you learn to apply scientific research, build critical thinking skills, and prepare for success on the NCLEX® exam and in clinical practice.

Subjects: Geriatric nursing.; Aging.; Older people; Health promotion.;

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Evidence-based geriatric nursing protocols for best practice / by Boltz, Marie,editor.; Capezuti, Liz,editor.; Fulmer, Terry T.,editor.; Zwicker, DeAnne,editor.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.The new fifth edition of one of the premier references for geriatric nurses in hospital, long-term, and community settings delivers current guidelines, real-life case studies, and evidence-based protocols developed by master educators and practitioners. With a focus on improving quality of care, cost-effectiveness, and outcome, the fifth edition is updated to provide the most current information about care of common clinical conditions and issues in older adults. Several new expert contributors present current guidelines about hip fractures, frailty, perioperative and postoperative care, palliative care, and senior-friendly emergency departments. Additionally, chapters have been reorganized to enhance logical flow of content and easy information retrieval. Protocols are organized in a consistent format and include an overview, evidence-based assessment and intervention strategies, and an illustrative case study with discussion. Additionally, protocols are embedded within chapter text, providing the context and detailed evidence for each. Chapter objectives, annotated references, and evidence rating for each protocol are provided along with resources for additional study. -- Provided by publisher.

Subjects: Geriatric nursing.; Nursing care plans.; Evidence-based nursing.; Geriatric Nursing; Nursing Care.; Nursing Assessment.; Aged.; Evidence-Based Nursing.;

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Advanced practice nursing in the care of older adults / [electronic resource]. by Kennedy-Malone, Laurie.;

Meet the diverse health care needs of older adults!Be prepared to care for this growing population across the wellness-illness continuum. From initial assessment through the treatment of disorders, including complex illnesses, this comprehensive guide will provides you the gerontological information you need to care for older adults in various care settings.You'll also explore effective ways to facilitate wellness, function, and independence, and examine psychosocial issues that can affect your patients, their families, and their communities. A wealth of evidence-based references provides clinical practice recommendations and "Signal Symptoms" help you quickly target potential differential diagnoses.Electronic reproduction.

Subjects: Electronic books.; Geriatric nursing.; Advanced Practice Nursing.; Geriatric Nursing.; Geriatric Assessment.; Nonfiction.; Medical.;

© 2014.,

On-line resources: http://link.overdrive.com/?websiteID=130119&titleID=1543876 -- Click to access digital title in OverDrive.;

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The Gale Encyclopedia of Senior Health : A Guide for Seniors and Their Caregivers / by Narins, Brigham,1962-editor.; Gale (Firm);

Includes bibliographical references and index.AARP -- Abdominal CT -- Abdominoplasty -- Abscess -- Accountable care organizations -- Acetaminophen -- Activities of daily living evaluation -- Acupressure -- Acupuncture -- Adjustment disorders -- Administration of medication -- Adult day care -- Advance directives -- Advanced practice nurse -- Aerobic exercise -- Ageism -- Age-related macular degeneration -- Aging -- Aging in place -- AIDS -- AIDS counseling -- Alcohol abuse -- Allergies -- Allergy tests -- Aloe -- Alopecia -- Alpha hydroxy acids -- Alpha1-adrenergic blockers -- Alzheimer's disease -- Ambulatory blood pressure -- Americans with Disabilities Act -- Aminoglycosides -- Amputation -- Amyloidosis -- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis -- Analgesics -- Anemia -- Anesthesia, general -- Anesthesia, local -- Anesthesiologist's role -- Aneurysm -- Angina pectoris -- Angiography -- Angioplasty -- Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors -- Ankle-brachial index -- Anoxia -- Antacids -- Antiangina drugs -- Antianxiety drugs -- Antiarrhythmic drugs -- Antibiotics -- Anticancer drugs -- Anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs -- Anticonvulsant drugs -- Antidementia drugs -- Antidepressant drugs, SSRI -- Antidepressants, tricyclic -- Antidiabetic drugs -- Antidiarrheal drugs -- Antifungal drugs, topical -- Antihistamines -- Antihypertension drugs -- Anti-insomnia drugs -- Anti-itch drugs -- Antioxidants -- Antiparkinson drugs -- Antipsychotic drugs -- Antiretroviral drugs -- Antituberculosis drugs -- Antiviral drugs -- Anxiety -- Aortic dissection -- Aortic valve stenosis -- Aphasia -- Appendicitis -- Arrhythmias -- Arterial line -- Arteriovenous fistula -- Arteriovenous malformations -- Aspiration -- Aspirin -- Assisted living facilities -- Assistive technologies -- Asthma -- Atherosclerosis -- Atrial fibrillation and flutter -- Audiometry -- Autoimmune disease tests -- Autoimmune disorders -- Autonomic disorders -- Autonomy -- Autopsy -- Back and neck pain, physical therapy for -- Back curves -- Bacteremia -- Bacterial infections -- Balance and coordination tests -- Barbiturates -- Bariatric surgery -- Barium enema -- Bedbug infestation -- Behcet's syndrome -- Benzodiazepines -- Bereavement counseling -- Beta blockers -- Beta glucans -- Biofeedback -- Bipolar disorder -- Bladder cancer -- Bladder infection -- Bladder stones -- Bladder training -- Bladder ultrasound -- Blepharoplasty -- Blindness -- Blood clots -- Blood pressure -- Blood sugar tests -- Body mass index (BMI) -- Boils -- Bone density test -- Bone fracture and healing -- Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy -- Bone scan -- Botox injection -- Brain and central nervous system tumors -- Breast biopsy -- Breast cancer -- Breast implants -- Breast reconstruction -- Breast self-examination -- Breathing problems -- Bronchitis -- Bronchodilators -- Bronchoscopy -- Bruising -- Bunions -- Bursitis -- Cachexia (wasting) -- Caffeine -- Calcium -- Calcium channel blockers -- Calcium supplements -- Cancer -- Cancer therapy, supportive -- Carbohydrates -- Cardiac ablation -- Cardiac bypass surgery -- Cardiac catheterization -- Cardiac monitor -- Cardiac rehabilitation -- Cardiac surgery -- Cardiac valve surgery -- Cardiomyopathy -- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation -- Cardioversion -- Caregiver -- Carotid artery disease -- Carotid ultrasound -- Carpal tunnel syndrome -- Case management -- Cataracts -- Catheterization, female -- Catheterization, male -- Celiac disease -- Cellulitis (infection) -- Cephalosporins -- Cervical cancer -- Cervical spondylosis -- Chemotherapy -- Chest CT scan -- Chest physical therapy -- Chest x ray -- Chiropractic -- Cholesterol test -- Cholesterol-reducing drugs -- Chronic kidney disease -- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) -- Cinnamon -- Circulatory problems -- Cirrhosis -- Clinical nurse specialist -- Clinical trials -- Clostridium difficile -- Cognitive health -- Collagen injection -- Colon cancer -- Colonoscopy -- Colostomy -- Colostomy care -- Coma -- Commercial prescription programs -- Common cold -- Community health programs -- Community nutrition -- Community social programs -- Complete blood count -- Compression garments -- Congestive heart failure -- Conservatorship -- Constipation -- Contact dermatitis -- Corneal diseases -- Coronary artery disease -- Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) -- Cortisone -- Cosmetic surgery -- COX-2 inhibitors -- CT scans -- Cushing's syndrome -- Cystitis -- Death and dying -- Deconditioning -- Deep vein thrombosis -- Dehydration -- Delirium -- Dementia -- Dental health and hygiene -- Dental implants -- Denture care -- Depression -- Dermatitis -- Dermatologist -- DHEA -- Diabetes insipidus -- Diabetes mellitus -- Diabetic foot infections -- Diabetic nephropathy -- Diabetic neuropathy -- Diabetic retinopathy -- Dialysis technology -- Diarrhea -- Diet -- Diet and cancer -- Diet and lifestyle -- Diet and mental health -- Dietary assessment -- Dietary counseling -- Dietary intake and nutrition status -- Dietary supplements -- Dietetics --Dietitian -- Discharge from the hospital -- Dislocations and subluxations -- Diuretics -- Diverticulosis and diverticulitis -- Dizziness -- Do not resuscitate (DNR) order -- Doctor of osteopathy -- Driver safety -- Drug interactions -- Dry eye -- Dry mouth -- Dry skin -- Ear irrigation -- Echocardiography -- Eczema -- Edema -- Elder abuse -- Electrocardiography -- Electroconvulsive therapy -- Electroencephalography -- Electrolyte balance -- Electrolyte tests -- Emergency health services -- Emergency medical technician -- Emphysema -- Encephalitis -- End-of-life decision making -- Endometrial cancer -- Endoscopy -- Endotracheal tube management -- Enemas -- Erectile dysfunction -- Esophageal cancer -- Esophageal stricture -- Estrogen -- Exercise -- Eye examination -- Eyedrop instillation -- Eyeglasses and contact lenses -- Eyelid disorders -- Face lift -- Fainting -- Falls -- Family relationships -- Fatigue -- Fatty liver -- Fecal incontinence -- Fecal transplant -- Fibromyalgia -- Financial management -- Finding a surgeon -- Floaters -- Folic acid -- Food allergies -- Food intolerance -- Foot care -- Fungal culture -- Fungal infections -- Gait and balance assessment -- Gait and balance problems -- Gallbladder cancer -- Gallstones -- Gambling -- Gangrene -- Garlic -- Gastroenteritis -- Gastroesophageal reflux disease -- Gastroesophageal reflux scan -- Gastroparesis -- Generalized anxiety disorder -- Geriatric assessment tests -- Geriatric nutrition -- Geriatrics and gerontology -- GI bleeding -- GI bleeding studies -- Gingivitis -- Ginkgo biloba -- Glaucoma -- Glucosamine -- Gluten-free diet -- Glycemic index/glycemic load -- Gout -- Gout drugs -- H-2 receptor blockers -- Head injury -- Headaches -- Health care, quality -- Health history -- Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) -- Health Resources and Services Administration -- Health-care financing -- Hearing aids -- Hearing loss -- Heart attack -- Heart disease -- Heart valve repair -- Heartburn -- Heatstroke -- Helicobacter pylori infection -- Hematologist -- Hematoma -- Hemochromatosis -- Hemorrhoids -- Hepatitis -- Hepatitis A -- Hepatitis B -- Hepatitis C -- Hernia -- High cholesterol -- High-fiber diet -- Hip fractures -- Hip fractures rehabilitation -- Hip replacement -- Hip revision surgery -- Hodgkin lymphoma -- Holter monitoring -- Home care -- Home health aide -- Home safety -- Homeopathic medicine -- Hormone replacement therapy -- Hospices -- Household management -- Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) -- Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection -- Hydrotherapy -- Hyperlipoproteinemia -- Hyperlordosis -- Hyperparathyroidism -- Hypertension -- Hyperthyroidism -- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy -- Hypoglycemia -- Hypotension -- Hypothyroidism -- Hysterectomy -- Immune system -- Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator -- Independence -- Infection control -- Infectious diseases -- Influenza -- Influenza vaccination -- Informed consent -- Inhalation therapies -- Insomnia -- Insulin -- Intravenous fluid -- Intravenous medication administration -- Intravenous nutrition -- Iron deficiency anemia -- Iron tests -- Irritable bowel syndrome -- Ischemia -- Isolation -- Itching -- Joint integrity and function -- Joint mobilization and manipulation -- Kegel exercises -- Kidney cancer -- Kidney function tests -- Kidney nuclear medicine scan -- Kidney stones -- Kidney transplantation -- Kidney, ureter, and bladder x-ray study -- Knee joint replacement -- Knee problems -- Kyphosis -- Lactose intolerance -- Laxatives -- Left ventricular assistive devices -- Leukemias, acute -- Leukemias, chronic -- Lice infestation -- Licensed practical nurse -- Liposuction -- Liver biopsy -- Liver cancer -- Liver function tests -- Liver transplantation -- Liver-spleen scan -- Living will -- Long-term care -- Low back pain -- Low testosterone -- Low vision -- Low-cholesterol diet -- Low-fat diet -- Low-sodium diet -- Lower limb prostheses -- Lumpectomy -- Lung biopsy -- Lung cancer, non-small cell -- Lung cancer, small cell -- Lupus -- Lyme disease -- Lymphedema -- Magnesium imbalance -- Magnetic resonance imaging -- Malignant melanoma -- Malnutrition -- Mammogram -- Managed care plans -- Marijuana -- Massage therapy -- Mastectomy -- Meals on Wheels -- Medicaid -- Medical billing -- Medical ethics -- Medical futility -- Medicare -- Medicare prescription drug plan -- Medigap/Medicare supplemental insurance -- Melatonin -- Memory loss -- Meningitis -- Menopause -- Mental health -- Metastasis -- Microbiome -- Middle East respiratory syndrome -- Migraine -- Mind/body medicine -- Minimum data set assessment -- Minoxidil -- Mitral valve insufficiency -- Mitral valve prolapse -- Mitral valve stenosis -- Mobility issues -- Motor neuron disease -- Movement therapy -- MRSA infection -- Multiple myeloma -- Multiple sclerosis -- Muscle relaxants -- Myelodysplasia -- Myocarditis -- Nail fungus -- Nail removal -- National Institute on Aging -- Naturopaths -- Neuralgia -- Neurologic examination -- Neuromuscular physical therapy -- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma -- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs -- Norovirus -- Nuclear stress test -- Nursing assistant -- Nursing homes -- Nutrition and healthy aging -- Nutritional supplements -- Nutritionist --Obesity -- Occupational therapy -- Omega-3 fatty acids -- Oncology -- Opioid-induced constipation -- Optometry -- Oral cancers -- Oral hygiene -- Organ and tissue donation -- Orthotics -- Osteoarthritis -- Osteopathy -- Osteoporosis -- Ovarian cancer -- Overactive bladder -- Overdose -- Oxygen/ozone therapy -- Pacemakers -- Paget's disease of bone -- Pain -- Pain management -- Palliative care -- Pancreatic cancer, endocrine -- Pancreatic cancer, exocrine -- Panic disorder -- Pap test -- Paralysis -- Parathyroid scan -- Parkinson's disease -- Patient confidentiality -- Patient education -- Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act -- Patient representative -- Patient rights -- Pelvic CT -- Pelvic organ prolapse -- Pericarditis -- Periodic limb movement disorder -- Peripheral artery disease -- Peripheral vision loss -- Persistent vegetative state -- Personal hygiene -- Personality disorders -- Pharmacist -- Pharmacology -- Physical therapist -- Physical therapy -- Physical therapy assistant -- Physician-assisted dying -- Pinched nerve -- Pleural effusion -- Pneumonia -- Polymyalgia rheumatica -- Polymyositis -- Polypharmacy -- Positron emission tomography -- Postoperative care -- Post-traumatic stress disorder -- Prayer and spirituality -- Prebiotics -- Preferred provider organizations (PPOs) -- Preoperative cardiac assessment -- Preoperative care -- Presbyopia -- Prescription drug misuse -- Pressure ulcers -- Priapism -- Private insurance plans -- Probiotics -- Prostate biopsy -- Prostate cancer -- Prostate enlargement -- Prostate ultrasound -- Proton pump inhibitors -- Psoriasis -- Psychological and social issues -- Psychoses -- Pulmonary embolism -- Pulmonary fibrosis -- Pulmonary hypertension -- Pulmonary rehabilitation -- Reconciliation -- Recovery at home -- Recovery room -- Registered nurse -- Rehabilitation -- Relationships -- Relaxation -- Respiratory failure -- Respite care -- Restless legs syndrome -- Retinal detachment -- Rheumatoid arthritis -- Rheumatologist -- Rosacea -- Sarcoidosis -- Sarcomas -- Saw palmetto -- Scabies -- Sciatica -- Scleroderma -- Seborrheic dermatitis -- Seizure disorder -- Senior health -- Senior travel -- Sensation changes -- Sepsis -- Sexual dysfunction -- Sexually transmitted diseases -- Sexually transmitted diseases cultures -- Shiatsu -- Shingles -- Sildenafil citrate -- Sjg̲ren's syndrome -- Skin assessment and breakdown -- Skin cancer -- Skin culture -- Skin lesion removal -- Skin lesions -- Sleep apnea -- Sleep disorders -- Smoking -- Smoking cessation -- Smoking/vaping -- Snoring surgery -- Social Security -- Social work in health care -- Sodium -- Speech problems -- Spinal cord injury -- Spinal stenosis -- Staphylococcal infections -- Statis ulcer -- Stem cell therapy -- Steroids -- Stomach cancer -- Streptococcal disease -- Stress -- Stress test -- Stroke -- Substance abuse and dependence -- Substance abuse counseling -- Sugar -- Suicide -- Surgery and the elderly -- Surgical risks -- Swallowing problems -- Tai chi -- Talking with your doctor -- Teeth whitening -- Tendinitis -- Testicular self-examinations -- Tetanus -- Therapeutic exercise -- Thoracic surgery -- Thrombocytopenia -- Thrombocytosis -- Thrombolytic therapy -- Thyroid cancer -- Thyroid function tests -- Thyroid nuclear medicine scan -- Thyroid ultrasound -- Tinnitus -- Tracheotomy -- Transient blindness -- Transient global amnesia -- Transient ischemic attacks -- Transplant surgery -- Trigger finger -- Tube feeding -- Tuberculosis -- Ulcers -- Upper GI exam -- Upper GI series -- Urinary incontinence -- Urinary tract infection -- Urine culture -- Vaccinations -- Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) -- Varicose veins -- Venous insufficiency, chronic -- Ventilators -- Ventricular fibrillation -- Ventricular tachycardia -- Veterans Health Administration -- VFW -- Viruses -- Vision disorders -- Visual impairment -- Vital signs -- Vitamin B12 -- Vitamin C -- Vitamin D -- Vitamin E -- Vitamin K -- Vitamins -- Walking problems -- Water exercise -- Weight loss -- Wheelchair prescription -- Withdrawing support -- Wound care -- Wrinkles -- Yoga -- Zinc.Covers various issues related to one's aging body, how diseases affect it, and treatment options, including medications, for said diseases for this population. Also includes topics specific to the aging population, but beyond descriptions of medical diagnoses.Description based on print version record.

Subjects: Older people; Geriatrics;

On-line resources: https://libproxy.kirtland.edu/login?url=https://link.gale.com/apps/pub/87SV/GVRL?sid=gale_marc&u=lom_kirtlandcc -- Available online. Click here to access.;

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