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Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults

Miller · 9th Edition · ISBN 9781975179137 · Wolters Kluwer

Complete chapter-by-chapter study guide aligned with Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults (9th Edition). Includes summaries, learning objectives, and NCLEX-style practice questions for all 29 chapters.

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Chapter index

Chapter 1: Seeing Older Adults Through the Eyes of Wellness
Chapter 2: Applying a Nursing Model for Promoting Wellness in Older Adults
Chapter 3: Theoretical Perspectives on Aging Well
Chapter 4: Perspectives on Culture and Diversity of Older Adults
Chapter 5: Gerontological Nursing and Health Promotion
Chapter 6: Diverse Health Care Settings for Older Adults
Chapter 7: Assessment of Health and Functioning
Chapter 8: Medications and Other Bioactive Substances
Chapter 9: Legal and Ethical Concerns
Chapter 10: Elder Abuse and Neglect
Chapter 11: Cognitive Function
Chapter 12: Psychosocial Function
Chapter 13: Psychosocial Assessment
Chapter 14: Impaired Cognitive Function: Delirium and Dementia
Chapter 15: Impaired Affective Function: Depression
Chapter 16: Hearing
Chapter 17: Vision
Chapter 18: Digestion and Nutrition
Chapter 19: Urinary Function
Chapter 20: Cardiovascular Function
Chapter 21: Respiratory Function
Chapter 22: Mobility and Safety
Chapter 23: Integument
Chapter 24: Sleep and Rest
Chapter 25: Thermoregulation
Chapter 26: Sexual Function
Chapter 27: Caring for Older Adults During Illness
Chapter 28: Caring for Older Adults Experiencing Pain
Chapter 29: Caring for Older Adults at the End of Life

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About this study guide

This is an original study guide written to align with the topics and learning objectives covered in Nursing for Wellness in Older Adults (9th Edition) by Miller. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or licensed by Wolters Kluwer or the textbook's authors. All summaries, practice questions, and explanations are independently authored.