Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care

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Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: The Basics, 3rd EditionThe third edition of a best-selling nursing assistant training textbook (formerly known as The Nursing Assistant's Handbook) contains information on how to train aides to work in long-term care. This edition of this textbook has:- Material organized by body system; each system contains information on structure and function, normal changes of aging, how the nursing assistant can help with normal aging changes, and common diseases and care guidelines- In-depth information on Residents' Rights and special boxes throughout that teach ways to promote independence and prevent abuse and neglect- New information on culture change- Up-to-date, comprehensive material on infection prevention- Updated nutrition information on MyPyramid, special diets, and feeding techniques- Current information on legal issues, such as HIPAA and the Patient Self-Determination Act- A table of procedures, common abbreviations list, and a glossaryContents1 The Nursing Assistant in Long-Term Care2 Foundations of Resident Care3 Understanding Your Residents4 Body Systems and Related Conditions5 Confusion, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease6 Personal Care Skills7 Basic Nursing Skills8 Nutrition and Hydration9 Rehabilitation and Restorative Care10 Caring for YourselfEste libro de texto esta tambien en espanol.