Adult and the Elderly [Paperback]

Addressing the needs of the undergraduate nurse, this book presents a series of classic case studies in nursing, in the adult and elderly population.This book presents a series of classic case studies in nursing, in the adult and elderly population. Each case follows a standardised layout for ease of reference and includes photographs or clear line diagrams where appropriate, to illustrate key points. Accompanied by questions with model answers, this also enhances the book's utility as a self-assessment tool.This book presents a series of classic case studies in nursing, in the adult and elderly population. Each case follows a standardised layout for ease of reference and includes photographs or clear line diagrams where appropriate, to illustrate key points. Accompanied by questions with model answers, this also enhances the book's utility as a self-assessment tool.This book addresses the needs of the undergraduate nurse by presenting a series of classic case studies in nursing, in the adult and elderly population. Each case follows a standardised layout for ease of reference and includes photographs or clear line diagrams where appropriate, to illustrate key points. Each case is also accompanied by timed, structured questions with comprehensive referenced model answers to enhance the book's utility as a self-assessment tool.Introduction; Contributors; Case 1. Abdominoperineal resection Vivienne Mathews; Case 2. Abuse: non-accidental injury Vivienne Mathews; Case 3. Acute dehydration Bernard Mark Garrett; Case 4. Alcohol abuse Vivienne Mathews; Case 5. Alzheimer's disease: validation therapy: reality orientation: communication Chris Buswell; Case 6. Assessment of elimination status Penelope Simpson; Case 7. Asthma: triggers and treatment Chris Pearce; Case 8. Newly diagnosed breast cancer Carmel Sheppard; Case 9. Cardiac arrest: ventricular fibrillation: relatives in the resuscitation room Debra Elliott; Case 10. Communal living: hearing loss: care of a hearing aidl#A