Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

INSTRUCTIONS FOR OBTAINING CONTINUING EDUCATION
Chapter 1. Preparing for the Certification Examination
Before You Begin Studying
Take Advantage of all of ANCC’s Resources
Tips for Preparing for the Exam
The Night Before the Exam
The Day of the Exam
Tips for Dealing with Anxiety
Internet Resources
Chapter 2. Foundations of Advanced Practice Nursing
Dimensions of the Nurse Practitioner (NP) Role
Legal and Financial Issues
Ethics
Advocacy
Quality Assurance
Risk Management
Nurse Practitioner Legal and Financial Issues
Current Trends
References
Chapter 3. Healthcare Issues
Epidemiology
Cultural Influences on Health
Illness Presentation and Aging Changes
Hospice, Palliative, and Respite Care
Leadership and Advocacy
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
Documentation
References
Chapter 4. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Learning Objectives
Healthy People 2010–2020
Health Maintenance and Goals
Screening Guidelines
Average Life Expectancy
Health Behaviors Amenable to Intervention
Diet, Exercise, and Health
Achieve a Healthy Body Weight
Adult Health Screenings
References
Chapter 5. Infectious Diseases
Learning Objectives
Types of Infections
Infection Triggers
Chain of Infection
Infectious Agents
Influenza (Flu)
Infectious Mononucleosis (Mono)
Lyme Disease
Viral Hepatitis
HIV and AIDS
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
West Nile Virus
References
Chapter 6. Dermatological Disorders
Learning Objectives
About Dermatological Disorders and Conditions
Common Bacterial Skin Infections
Viral Skin Infections
Dermatitis
Other DermAtologic Conditions
Skin Cancer
References
Chapter 7. Head, Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat
Learning Objectives
Eyes
Ears
Nose
Mouth and Nose
References
Chapter 8. Cardiovascular System Disorders
Learning Objectives
Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease (ASHD)
Angina
Myocardial Infarction
Murmurs
Hypertension (HTN)
Dyslipidemia
Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure (HF)
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Venous Insufficiency
References
Chapter 9. Respiratory System Disorders
Learning Objectives
Asthma
Bronchitis
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Pneumonia
Primary Lung Malignancies
Tuberculosis (TB)
Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
References
Chapter 10. Gastrointestinal (GI) System Disorders
Learning Objectives
Constipation
Acute Diarrhea
Chronic Diarrhea
Dysphagia
Acute Abdomen
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome (ZES)
Gastric Cancer
Cholelithiasis (Gallstones) and Cholecystitis (Gallbladder Inflammation)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
Unintentional Weight Loss and Malnutrition
Colorectal Cancer
Abdominal Hernias
Hemorrhoids
Flatulence
Eructation
Gastroenteritis
References
Chapter 11. Male and Female Reproductive Disorders
Learning Objectives
Men’s Health
Women’s Health
References
Chapter 12. Genitourinary, Renal, and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Learning Objectives
Renal and Urological Considerations for Older Adults
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Pyelonephritis
Hematuria
Acute Kidney Injury
Acute Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
Urinary Incontinence
Sexual Dysfunction
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
References
Chapter 13. Musculoskeletal Disorders
Learning Objectives
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Giant-Cell Arteritis (GCA; Temporal Arteritis)
Arthritis
Fractures
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Shoulder Injuries
Knee Injuries
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Additional Joint Injuries
Low Back Pain
Neck Pain
Gait Disorders
Osteomyelitis
References
Chapter 14. Neurologic System Disorders
Learning Objectives
Headache
Meningitis
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or Lou Gehrig’s Disease
Myasthenia Gravis (MG)
Seizure Disorders
Parkinson’s Disease
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Dementia
Alzheimer’s Disease (AD)
Delirium
References
Chapter 15. Endocrine Disorders
Learning Objectives
Age-Related Concerns
Hypothermia
Hyperthermia
Diabetes Mellitus
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (Formerly Called
Insulin-Dependent Diabetes or IDDM)
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (Formerly Called
Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes)
Hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism and Thyrotoxicosis
Thyroid Nodule and Thyroid Cancer
References
Chapter 16. Hematological Disorders
Learning Objectives
Anemia
Leukemias
Multiple Myeloma
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Hodgkin Lymphoma
Drug-Induced Thrombocytopenia
References
Chapter 17. Psychiatric and Mental Health
Learning Objectives
General Approach to Psychiatric Issues
Psychosocial Changes of Aging
Depression
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Bipolar Disorder
Grief and Bereavement
Anxiety Disorders
Alcohol and Substance Abuse
Tobacco Use and Cessation
Elder Abuse and Neglect
References
Appendix A. Review Questions
Appendix B. Review Question Answers
INDEX