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Chapter	Title
1	Introduction to Gerontological Nursing
2	The Aging Population
3	Theories of Aging
4	Aging Changes That Affect Communication
5	Therapeutic Communication with Older Adults
6	Review of the Aging of Physiological Systems
7	Assessment of the Older Adult
8	Medications and Laboratory Values
9	Teaching Older Adults
10	Promoting Independence in Later Life
11	Promoting Healthy Aging
12	Identifying and Preventing Common Risk Factors in the Elderly
13	Management of Common Illnesses, Diseases, and Health Conditions
14	Management of Common Problems
15	Nursing Management of Dementia
16	Using Assistive Technology to Promote Quality of Life for Older Adults
17	Ethical/Legal Principles and Issues
18	Appreciating Diversity and Enhancing Intimacy
19	Global Models of Health Care
20	The Interdisciplinary Team
21	Alternative Health Modalities
22	Promoting Quality of Life
23	The Gerontological Nurse as Manager and Leader
24	End-of-Life Care
25	Trends That Impact Gerontological Nursing

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