Awards

• Runner-up for AJN Book-of-the-Year Award Winner: Gerontologic Nursing 2020 (United States)

Overview

Underscores the complexity of prescribing drugs for older adults while providing state-of-the-art guidelines for safe patient care An evidence-based, quick-access reference for adult gerontology nurse practitioners and related healthcare providers, this text describes a holistic, patient-centered approach to prescribing drugs to older adults. Comprehensive yet concise writing distills timely guidance on the complexities of safely prescribing to this unique population. This book opens with physiologic changes and assessment considerations for older adults, followed by a discussion of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, then a final section on guidelines for drug selection, drug interactions, and multimorbidities. Each chapter presents information in a consistent, easy-to-read template. Patient Care Pearls alert readers to crucial information and relevant case studies with examples of inappropriate medical prescribing provide context for drug delivery. Key points and chapter summaries help reinforce information. Additional features include the provision of guidelines for psychotropic medications in LTC facilities, special considerations for frail older adults, and the role of pharmacists as a resource for other practitioners. Key Features:Decision-making guidance on prescribing practices in varied settings Discusses in depth physiological considerations including multimorbidity and polypharmacy Presents Beer’s Criteria and its implications Guidelines for psychotropic medications in LTC facilities Special considerations for frail older adults Patient Care Pearls, case studies, key points, and chapter summaries

Full Product Details

Author:   Abimbola Farinde, PhD, PharmD ,  Megan Hebdon, PhD, DNP, RN, NP-C
Publisher:   Springer Publishing Co Inc
Imprint:   Springer Publishing Co Inc
Weight:   0.480kg
ISBN:  

9780826127693

ISBN 10:   082612769
Pages:   334
Publication Date:   04 December 2019
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

The development of this book is dedicated to my loving family and friends who provided me with the motivation to begin and finish this process. It is with their unwavering support that I dedicate this publication to them all. —Abimbola Farinde I dedicate this work to my husband and children who help me remember the important things in life. —Megan Hebdon Contents Contributors Preface Acknowledgments SECTION I: INTRODUCTION TO THE GERIATRIC PATIENT 1. Physiologic Changes That Occur in Geriatric Patients 2. The Examination of the Geriatric Patient SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACOKINETICS AND PHARMACODYNAMICS OF THE GERIATRIC PATIENT 3. Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics of the Geriatric Patient 4. Aging and Pharmacokinetic Impact 5. Available Guidelines for Therapeutic Drug Selections in Geriatric Patients 6. Drug–Drug Interactions 7. Drug–Food Interactions 8. Common Medications for Comorbidities and Side Effects 9. Available Drug Therapies Utilized in Geriatric Patients SECTION III: GUIDELINES FOR DOSING GERIATRIC PATIENTS BY DISORDERS/BODY SYSTEMS 10. Guidelines for Dosing Geriatric Patients 11. Auditory Disorders 12. Neurologic Disorders 13. Hematologic Disorders 14. Nutritional Issues 15. Endocrine Disorders 16. Hyperlipidemia 17. Cardiovascular Disorders 18. Respiratory Disorders 19. Gastrointestinal Disorders 20. Central Nervous System Impairments 21. Mental Disorders 22. Musculoskeletal Disorders 23. Pain Management 24. Renal Impairments 25. Genitourinary Pharmacotherapy, Urinary Tract Infections, and Sexual Health SECTION IV: PRESCRIBING CONSIDERATIONS UNIQUE TO THE GERIATRIC POPULATION 26. The Beers Criteria for Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults 27. Examples of Inappropriate Medication Prescribing 28. Polypharmacy and Nonadherence/Patient Education Tips Index

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2nd Place Winner of AJN Book of the Year Award 2020: GERONTOLOGIC NURSING Chosen by Heather M. Young, PhD, RN, FAAN

2nd Place Winner of AJN Book of the Year Award 2020: GERONTOLOGIC NURSING Chosen by Heather M. Young, PhD, RN, FAAN

Author Information

Abimbola Farinde, PhD, PharmD, is a healthcare professional and professor experienced in the field and practice of mental health, geriatrics, and pharmacy. Megan Hebdon, PhD, DNP, RN, NP-C, is a professor and primary care provider who has worked in a variety of clinical settings with older adults including long-term care, home health, oncology, pain management, internal medicine, and primary care.

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