Geriatric Nursing and Healthy Aging

Dr. Theris A. Touhy, DNP, CNS, DPNAP Dr. Kathleen F. Jett, PhD, GNP-BC

Introduction to Aging * Section 1: Communication * Communication: Geriatric Nursing Roles and Expectations * Communicating with Elders * Cultural Considerations in Communication * Developing the Life History * Communication through Documentation * Section 2: Changes of Aging * Physical Changes of Aging * Psychologic, Cognitive, and Social Aspects of Aging * Sensory Changes of Aging * Nutritional Needs of the Aged * Fluids, Continence, and the Aged * Sleep, Rest, and Activity in the Aged * Integument and Feet of the Aged * Physical, Cognitive, Psychosocial, and Environmental Assessment Tools * Medication Use and Management * Section 3: Coping with Chronic Disorders * Functional, Physical, and Emotional Needs * Pain and Comfort * The Challenge of Diabetes * Living with Bone and Joint Problems * Coping with Cardiac and Respiratory Disorders * Chronic Central Nervous System Disorders * Adaptations that Enhance Coping * Section 4: Caring for Elders and Their Caregivers * Working in the Home * Multidisciplinary Teamwork and Case Management * Caring for Emotional Needs * Section 5: Continuity in Care * Coping with Loss, Grief, Dying, and Death * Continuum of Care Options