Gerontological Nursing: Competencies for Care by Kristen L. Mauk (English) Paper

Description: Gerontological Nursing: Competencies for Care by Kristen L. Mauk Estimated delivery 4-14 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Gerontological nursing remains a critical specialty area for the profession of nursing, especially as the older adult population grows. The Fifth Edition of Gerontological Nursing: Competencies for Care takes a holistic approach and teaches students how to provide quality patient care for the older adult, preparing them to effectively care for this population. Students and faculty appreciate the practical approach as well as the authors logical organization of competency-based content both of which are a hallmark of this text. Following the framework outlined by the AACNs recommended baccalaureate competencies and curricular guidelines for the care of older adults, the text guides students through the core foundations of gerontological nursing as a specialty. The Fifth Edition emphasizes these essential competencies coupled with the management of geriatric syndromes that impact this population including falls, sleep disorders, depression/anxiety, and elder abuse. Key Features:* Practical information on dementia for nurses and caregivers* Expanded content on fall prevention* New content on COVID-19 and telehealth care* "Healthy Aging Tips" found throughout the text* Updated research highlights* Critical thinking and personal reflection exercises* Video case studies in the form of author-conducted interviews accessible via Navigate Premier Access Author Biography Dr. Mauk is currently a Professor of Nursing and the Graduate Nursing Program Director in the School of Nursing and Health Professions at Colorado Christian University. Prior to moving to Colorado, she was a Professor of Nursing at a large private university in Indiana for nearly 25 years where she held the first Kreft Endowed Chair for the Advancement of Nursing Science, a position dedicated to gerontological nursing. She earned a BSN from Valparaiso University, an MS in Adult Health from Purdue University, a PhD from Wayne State University, a Post-Masters GNP certification from University of Virginia, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Valparaiso University. Dr. Mauk has more than 38 years of experience in chronic illness nursing, rehabilitation, and gerontological nursing. She is certified in rehabilitation, and as a gerontological nurse practitioner and clinical nurse specialist. Dr. Mauk has authored or edited eight books, including three that were recognized with an AJN Book of the Year Award. She has served on editorial boards for Rehabilitation Nursing and Geriatric Nursing, and has written numerous articles and over 50 book chapters. She is currently the Senior Editor for the Journal of Christian Nursing. Dr. Mauk is the co-founder and President of Senior Care Central/International Rehabilitation Consultants, providing educational, clinical, and legal nurse consulting in rehabilitation and senior care in the U.S. and internationally. Dr. Mauk has also served the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN) in many roles including: President, Board of Directors, Council of Leaders, RNJ Editor in Chief, and Editor of the 5th edition of the Core Curriculum. Dr. Mauk has taught nurses and students in China and the UAE, sharing her passion for helping other countries to develop rehabilitation nursing into a strong specialty to promote quality care for their aging populations. Details ISBN 1284233367 ISBN-13 9781284233360 Title Gerontological Nursing: Competencies for Care Author Kristen L. Mauk Format Paperback Year 2022 Pages 820 Edition 5th Publisher Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc GE_Item_ID:139332606; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. 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