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    Evidence-Based Geriatric Nursing Protocols for Best Practice

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    6th Ed.

    Marie Boltz PhD, RN, GNP-BC, FGSA, FAAN

    ISBN-13: 978-0-8261-8814-4

    eISBN-13: 978-0-8261-8826-7

    Nursing, Evidence Based Medicine, Geriatric Medicine

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    The newest edition of this distinguished reference in geriatric nursing delivers updated guidelines, new illustrative case studies, and the latest evidence-based protocols developed by leading researchers, educators, and practitioners in each topic area. The sixth edition includes new approaches devoted to supporting LGBTQ+ elders, persons living with dementia and their families, and older adults living with HIV. New operational strategies provide guidance in using the electronic health record, implementing improved person-centered care approaches, and maintaining age-friendly atmospheres.

    Protocols are organized in a consistent format and include an overview, evidence-based assessment and intervention strategies, and an illustrative case study with discussion. Additionally, protocols are embedded within chapter text, providing the context and detailed evidence for each. Chapter objectives, annotated references, and evidence rating for each protocol are provided along with resources for additional study.

    New Chapters:

    • • Informational Technology: Embedding CPGs
    • • Organizational Approaches to Promote Person-Centered Care
    • • Environmental Approaches to Support Aging-Friendly Care
    • • HIV Prevention and Care for the Older Adult
    • • LGBTQ+ Perspectives

    Key Features:

    • • Best practices for in-patient, in-home, and long-term care settings
    • • Case studies with discussions in each chapter to illustrate application of clinical practice and related Nursing Standard of Practice Protocol
    • • The AGREE systematic method was used to evaluate each protocol and validate this book’s content
    • • Instructor’s resources including PowerPoints and a Test Bank

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