9781569300961, titled "Geriatric Nutrition & Diet Therapy" | 3 edition (Skidmore-Roth Pub, June 1, 1998), cover price $43.95 |
About this edition: - Nutritional problems are discussed within a nursing process format- Sections on Gl anatomy and physiology with age-related changes and corresponding path-flow sheets are outlined- Complete gastrointestinal/nutritional assessments are given with age-related tips for interviewing and physical examinations- Sample diets with menus and exchange lists are geared to geriatric populations and are provided in table format- Drugs and common drug interactions related to nutrition/diet therapy are included- Procedures dealing with feeding problems in the elderly outline specific nursing interventions and rationales- Diagnostic and laboratory tests that relate to the gastrointestinal system and nutrition, how the test is performed, and the nurse's responsibilities are discussed- Provides practical suggestions for improving/maintaining the nutritional health of the older patient, relying on readily-available foods- Incorporates the most current practice guidelines in the management of diabetes, which affects almost one in five adults over the age of sixty-five
9781569300459 | 2nd edition (Skidmore-Roth Pub, June 1, 1995), cover price $20.95
9780944132654 | Skidmore-Roth Pub, March 1, 1992, cover price $17.95