Gerontological Nurse Certification Review
"\ The Gerontological Nurse Certification Review is an invaluable reference and certification test review guide for nurses preparing for RN Gerontological certification. Students studying gerontology, teachers preparing gerontology classes, and RNs working with older adults will also find this a practical and useful resource. The text presents information about preparing for the certification exam, a comprehensive compilation of content specific to gerontology, and a test bank of questions...
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The Gerontological Nurse Certification Review is an invaluable reference and certification test review guide for nurses preparing for RN Gerontological certification. Students studying gerontology, teachers preparing gerontology classes, and RNs working with older adults will also find this a practical and useful resource. The text presents information about preparing for the certification exam, a comprehensive compilation of content specific to gerontology, and a test bank of questions specifically developed for the RN. Why this is the only test review you need:Developed to address all aspects of ANCC examFormatted for easy review and understanding of conceptsUp-to-date and evidence-based 500 review questions to adequately prepare future gerontological nursesOne of a kind--no other gerontological review books are currently available
Foreword xiiiPreface xvInformation for Taking the Certification Exam 1Certification Exam Format 2Detailed Test Content Outline 2Total Number of Questions 3Total Time 3Obtaining the Application 3Eligibility to Take the Exam 3Scheduling the Test 3What to Bring on the Day of the Exam 4Time of Arrival 4During the Exam 4Receiving Test Results 4Receiving Certificate and Pin 5Hints for the Certification Exam 5Question Dissection and Analysis 7Preparation Strategies 7Review Content of Frequent Conditions Experienced by Older Adults 9Strategies for Analyzing the Questions 9Clues to Memorizing Information 10Two Different Ideas in One Question 10Prioritizing 11Conclusion 12The Aging Population 13Demographics 13Categories of Aging 14Ageism and Myths Among Nurses and Other Health Care Staff 14Cultural Sensitivity 18Theories of Nursing, Aging, Family, and Motivation 19Nursing Theories 19Aging Theories 21Family Theory 22Motivational Theory 23Communication With Older Adults 23Teaching-Learning Theories and Principles 26Gerontological Nursing Today 27Assessment 29History and Physical Exam Considerations 29Health History 29Physical Assessment 32Normal Aging Changes 37Cardiovascular System 37Peripheral Vascular System 37Respiratory System 38Integumentary System 38Gastrointestinal System 38Urinary System 39Sexual/Reproductive System 40Sensory System 40Neurological System 41Health Promotion 43Levels of Prevention 43Primary Prevention 43Secondary Prevention (Screening) 44Tertiary Prevention (Disease Management) 44Barriers to Health Promotion Among Older Adults 44Alcohol Use 44Smoking 47Nutrition and Hydration 47Exercise 48Sleep 48Adult Immunization 51Alternative and Complementary Health Care 55Environments of Care 59Safety and Security Issues 59Falls 59Use of Restraints 60Hypo- and Hyperthermia 62Relocation 62Transportation 63Territoriality and Personal Space 64Community-Based Services and Resources 65Residential Facilities 66Skilled Nursing Facilities 66Assisted Living Facilities 67Continuing Care Retirement Communities 67Homeless Elders 68Spirituality and Death and Dying 71Principles of Effective End-of-Life Care 71Physical Dimension 72Psychological Dimension 72Social Dimension 75Spiritual Dimension 75Advanced Directives 78Hospice and Palliative Care 80Grieving 81Widowhood 82Acute and Chronic Physical Illnesses 83Cardiac and Peripheral Vascular Problems 83Hypertension 83Congestive Heart Failure 84Angina and Myocardial Infarction 86Peripheral Vascular Disease 88Respiratory Problems 89Pneumonia 89Influenza 90Tuberculosis 91Obstructive Airway Disease 92Gastrointestinal Problems 92Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease 92Hematological Problems 93Anemia 93Genitourinary Problems 94Urinary Tract Infections 94Sexually Transmitted Diseases 94Cancer 96Prostate Cancer 97Breast Cancer 98Musculoskeletal Problems 98Osteoarthritis and Degenerative Joint Disease 98Osteoporosis 99Metabolic and Endocrine Problems 100Diabetes Mellitus 100Immunologic Problems 101Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome 101Neurological Problems 102Parkinson's Disease 102Cerebral Vascular Accident 104Decubitus 105Decubitus Ulcers 105Sensory Problems 108Common Eye Diseases 108Common Ear Disease: Presbycusis 110Cognitive and Psychological Disorders 111Introduction 111Relationship of Depression and Suicidal Ideation 118Dementia 119Delirium 122Medication 125Polypharmacy 125Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics 126Adverse Drug Reactions and Side Effects 128Compliance Issues 129Special Issues 131Pain 131Sexuality 133Elder Neglect and Abuse 136Organizational and Health Policy Issues 139Advocacy for Older Adults 139Health Care Delivery Systems 140Reimbursement 140Older Americans Act 141Medicare and Medigap 141Medicare Managed Care, Prospective Payment Systems, and Other Medicare Systems 162Medicaid 163Long-Term Care Insurance 165Veteran's Benefits 166Scope and Standards of Geriatric Nursing Practice 169Leadership and Management 169Quality Improvement 171Organizational Concepts 172Professional Development 172Legal and Ethical Issues 173Regulatory Guidelines 173Ethical Principles and Decision Making 173Research 174Evidence-Based Practice 175Posttest 177Index 271
