Overview
This clear and easy-to-read new text is focused on the specific information needs of the LPN/LVN student. Basic concepts of gerontology and roles of the nurse are thoroughly covered, including ethical and legal issues and special communication considerations for the elderly. Two full chapters introduce communication skills and management skills for the LPN/LVN with management responsibilities. Every chapter incorprates valuable pedagogy: critical thinking exercises, key terms and concepts, and many tables and illustrations. An Instructor's Manual contains classroom activity suggestions and multiple choice test questions.
This clear and easy to read new text is focused on the specific information needs of the LPN/LVN student. Basic concepts of gerontology and roles of the nurse are thoroughly covered, including ethical and legal issues and special communications considerations for the elderly. Two full chapters introduce communication skills and management skills for the LPN/LVN with management responsibility. The most up-to-date topics for the LVN curriculum are included:functional assessments of the elderly, implementing restorative care, and health promotion. Eleven well-organized chapter cover physiology changes and common problems of aging for each body system. Every chapter incorporates valuable pedagogy: critical thinking exercises, key terms and concepts and many tables and illustrations. Instructor's manual contains activity suggestions and multiple choice test questions.
Synopsis
This clear and easy-to-read new text is focused on the specific information needs of the LPN/LVN student. Basic concepts of gerontology and roles of the nurse are thoroughly covered, including ethical and legal issues and special communication considerations for the elderly. Two full chapters introduce communication skills and management skills for the LPN/LVN with management responsibilities. Every chapter incorpates valuable pedagogy: critical thinking exercises, key terms and concepts, and many tables and illustrations. An Instructor's Manual contains classroom activity suggestions and multiple choice test questions.