Health in the later years /

Health in the later years /

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Author / Creator:Ferrini, Rebecca L.
Edition:5th ed.
Imprint:New York : McGraw-Hill, c2013.
Description:x, 533 p. : ill. ; 24 cm
Language:English
Subject:
Older people -- Health and hygiene.
Health.
Aged.
Geriatrics.
Health.
Health.
Older people -- Health and hygiene.
Format: Print Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/9117951
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Other authors / contributors:Ferrini, Armeda F.
ISBN:9780078028496 (alk. paper)
0078028493 (alk. paper)
Notes:Armeda F. Ferrini's name appears first on the earlier editions.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of Contents:
  • Preface
  • Introduction: The Study of Health and Aging
  • How Old Is Old?
  • The Study of Aging
  • Chapter 1. Our Nation's Elders: The Facts
  • Ageism
  • Who Are Our Nation's Elders?
  • Racial and Ethnic Diversity
  • Working with Minority Elders: Obstacles and Opportunities
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 2. Biologic Aging Theories and Longevity
  • Living Long and Well
  • Studying Longevity
  • Overview of Cell Reproduction and Repair
  • Biologic Theories of Aging
  • Attempts to Extend the Length of Life
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 3. Changes in the Body with Age
  • Studying the Physiological Process of Aging
  • Defining Age Changes
  • The Integumentary System
  • The Musculoskeletal System
  • The Cardiovascular System
  • The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
  • The Respiratory System
  • The Digestive System
  • The Urinary System
  • The Nervous System
  • The Endocrine System
  • The Genital System
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 4. Chronic Illnesses: The Top Five Killers
  • The Nature of Chronic Illness
  • Psychosocial Aspects of Chronic Illness
  • The Five Major Killers
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 5. Other Chronic Diseases and Conditions
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Endocrine Disorders
  • Digestive Disorders
  • Circulatory Conditions
  • Urogenital Disorders
  • Skin Conditions
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Vision Disorders
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 6. Acute Illnesses and Accidents
  • Acute Illnesses in Elders
  • Accidents
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 7. Mental Health and Mental Disorders
  • Mental Health
  • Transitions in Later Life
  • Mental Disorders
  • Psychoactive Medications
  • Psychological Therapy
  • Mental Health Services
  • Factors Limiting Use of Mental Health Services
  • Financing Mental Health Care
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 8. Medication Use
  • Medication Overview
  • Elder Medication Use and Cost
  • Pharmacokinetics
  • Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs
  • Prescription Drags
  • Generic vs. Brand-Name Drugs
  • Polypharmacy
  • Drag Interactions
  • Adverse Drag Reactions
  • Medication Errors
  • Promoting Effective Drag Use
  • Alternatives to Drags
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 10. Physical Activity
  • Components of Physical Fitness
  • Benefits of Physical Activity
  • Hazards of Inactivity
  • Exercise to Prevent and Treat Disease
  • Exercise: A Prescription for Health
  • Elders' Activity Level
  • Exercise Promotion
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 10. Nutrition
  • Essential Dietary Components
  • Dietary Guidelines for Americans
  • The Study of Diet and Nutrition
  • Nutritional Status of Elders
  • Common Nutritional Problems
  • Dietary Considerations for Selected Diseases and Conditions
  • Effect of Drag Use on Nutritional Status
  • Vitamin and Mineral Supplements
  • Factors Affecting Nutritional Status
  • Nutrition Assessment
  • Nutrition Education and Counseling
  • Nutrition Programs
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 11. Sexuality
  • Misconceptions of Elder Sexuality
  • Sexual Activity in Later Life
  • Changes in Sexual Response with Age
  • Sexuality in Special Elder Populations
  • The Effect of Chronic Illness on Sexuality
  • Other Factors Influencing Sexual Function
  • Sexual Dysfunction
  • Sex Education
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 12. Prevention and Health Promotion
  • Prevention: An Overview
  • The Healthy People Initiative
  • Primary Prevention: Vaccines and Pills
  • Secondary Prevention: Screening
  • Tertiary Prevention
  • Preventive Services: Utilization and Expenditures
  • Health Promotion
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 13. Medical Care
  • Financing Medical Care
  • Medical Care: Issues to Address
  • Advances in Medical Care
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 14. Long-Term Care
  • The Need for Long-Term Care
  • Funding Sources for Long-Term Care
  • Home Care
  • Nursing Homes
  • Planning for Long-Term Care
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Chapter 15. Dying, Death, and Grief
  • Death Defined
  • Who Should Decide?
  • Advance Directives
  • Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide
  • Choosing to Die/Suicide
  • Attitudes Toward Dying and Death
  • Options on Where to Die
  • The Dying Trajectory
  • Caring for the Dying
  • Bereavement and Grief
  • Summary
  • Activities
  • Bibliography
  • Index
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