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Gerontological Nursing: Competencies for Care, 5th Edition prepares nursing students with the knowledge, clinical skills, and competencies needed to provide high-quality care to older adults and promote healthy aging. As the older adult population continues to grow, understanding the unique needs of this population has become an increasingly important part of professional nursing practice.
Written with a holistic, competency-based approach, the fifth edition guides students through the core foundations of gerontological nursing while emphasizing practical application and evidence-based clinical care. The text follows the framework of the AACN’s recommended baccalaureate competencies and curricular guidelines for nursing care of older adults.
The fifth edition places particular emphasis on common geriatric syndromes and challenges, including falls, sleep disorders, depression and anxiety, dementia, and elder abuse. Expanded coverage of dementia provides useful information for nurses and caregivers, while new material addresses contemporary topics such as COVID-19 and telehealthcare.
Throughout the book, students will find Healthy Aging Tips, updated research highlights, Critical Thinking exercises, and Personal Reflection activities designed to strengthen clinical reasoning and encourage students to apply gerontological nursing concepts to real-world patient care.
With its logical organization and practical focus, this edition is a valuable resource for nursing students preparing for clinical practice and developing the competencies required to care effectively for today’s aging population.
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