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Gerontological Nurse Certification Review 2nd Edition
Gerontological Nurse Certification Review Second Edition:
In this book, the tools and clear presentation of information related to the actual testing process provide the learner with a framework for confidence as he or she prepares for the exam. More important, however, is the elaborate presentation of the certification content and the attention to the important physical and psychosocial elements of the human aging process.
—Geraldine Bednash, PhD, RN, FAAN
Executive Director
American Association of Colleges of Nursing
This is the only certification review for the gerontology nursing specialty exam that has it all–a comprehensive review section covering key content included on the exam, well-honed test-taking strategies, and an extensive number of exam-style questions with answers and rationales. The second edition is completely updated to mirror the new format and content of the 2015 certification exam. It now features rationales for all review questions to promote critical thinking and includes new or expanded sections on health promotion and person-centered care, state-of-the-art drug information, and instruction on leadership, management, patient education, and population health.
Concise and to the point, this resource contains all of the information required for test success, including step-by-step directives on how to best prepare for the certification exam, a meticulous content review presented according to the test blueprint, and 500 questions with answers and rationales that mirror the type of questions included on the exam. The dissection and analysis of a variety of questions likely to appear reinforce crucial test-taking strategies, and clues for memorizing information and tips for prioritizing answers offer additional tactics for exam success. An unrivalled resource for test preparation, the book will also be useful for students and teachers of gerontology and practicing nurses working with older adults.
Key Features:
- Mirrors the new 2015 certification test plan
- Provides expanded content on health promotion and person-centered care
- Offers updated information on new medications and treatments
- Presents new content on leadership, management, patient education, and population health
- New to the second edition, are rationales for all 500 questions
Additional ISBNs:
∗ eText ISBN: 0826130186, 978-0826130181, 9780826130181
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Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Contents
Foreword
Preface
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1. Information for Taking the Certification Exam
Certification Exam Format
Detailed Test Content Outline
Total Number of Questions
Total Time
Eligibility to Take the Exam
Scheduling the Test
What to Bring on the Day of the Exam
Time of Arrival
During the Exam
Receiving Test Results
Receiving Certificate and PIN
Hints for Taking the Certification Exam
2. Question Dissection and Analysis
Preparation Strategies
Review Content of Frequent Conditions Experienced by Older Adults
Strategies for Analyzing the Questions
Clues to Memorizing Information
Two Different Ideas in One Question
Prioritizing
Conclusion
3. The Aging Population
Demographics
Categories of Aging
Ageism and Myths Among Nurses and Other Health Care Staff
Aging Theories
Biological Theories
Family Theory
Motivational Theory
Communication With Older Adults
Teaching–Learning Theories and Principles
Gerontological Nursing Today
4. Assessment
History and Physical Exam Considerations
Health History
Physical Assessment
Normal Aging Changes
Cardiovascular System
Peripheral Vascular System
Respiratory System
Integumentary System
Gastrointestinal System
Urinary System
Sexual/Reproductive System
Sensory System
Neurologic System
Immune System
5. Health Promotion
Levels of Prevention
Primary Prevention
Secondary Prevention (Screening)
Tertiary Prevention (Disease Management)
Barriers to Health Promotion Among Older Adults
Alcohol Use
Smoking
Nutrition and Hydration
Health Promotion
Exercise
Sleep
Adult Immunization
Alternative and Complementary Health Care
6. Environments of Care
Safety and Security Issues
Falls
Use of Restraints
Relocation
Transportation
Maintaining Autonomy and Independence
Community-Based Services and Resources
Residential Facilities
Skilled Nursing Facilities
Assisted Living Facilities
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
Homeless Elders
7. Spirituality and Death and Dying
Principles of Effective End-of-Life Care
Physical Dimension
Psychological Dimension
Social Dimension
Spiritual Dimension
Advance Directives
Hospice and Palliative Care
Grieving
Widowhood
8. Acute and Chronic Physical Illnesses
Cardiac and Peripheral Vascular Problems
Hypertension
Congestive Heart Failure
Angina and MI
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Respiratory Problems
Pneumonia
Influenza
Tuberculosis
Obstructive Airway Disease
Gastrointestinal Problems
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Hematological Problems
Anemia
Genitourinary Problems
Urinary Tract Infections
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Breast Cancer
Musculoskeletal Problems
Osteoarthritis and Degenerative Joint Disease
Osteoporosis
Metabolic and Endocrine Problems
Diabetes Mellitus
Immunologic Problems
HIV/AIDS
Neurologic Problems
Parkinson’s Disease
Cerebral Vascular Accident
Pressure Ulcers
Sensory Problems
Common Eye Diseases
Common Ear Disease: Presbycusis
9. Cognitive and Psychological Disorders
Depression and Suicide
Relationship of Depression and Suicidal Ideation
Dementia
Delirium
10. Medication
Polypharmacy
Beers Criteria
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Adverse Drug Reactions and Side Effects
Compliance Issues
11. Special Issues
Pain
Sexuality
Elder Neglect and Abuse
12. Organizational and Health Policy Issues
Advocacy for Older Adults
Health Care Delivery Systems
Reimbursement
Older Americans Act
Medicare and Medigap
Medicare Managed Care, Prospective Payment Systems, and Other Medicare Systems
Medicaid
Long-Term Care Insurance
Veterans’ Benefits
13. Scope and Standards of Geriatric Nursing Practice
Leadership and Management
Quality Improvement
Organizational Concepts
Professional Development
Legal and Ethical Issues
Regulatory Guidelines
Ethical Principles and Decision Making
Research
Evidence-Based Practice
14. Posttest
Posttest Answers and Rationales
Index
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