Laura Flynn M. B. a. Bücher

Elder abuse occurs in all cultures, societies, and countries. About one and a half million older adults in the United States are abused every year. In Canada, about four percent of older adults living in private homes report that they have been abused or neglected. The true figures for abuse may be much higher than these estimates. Experts believe that most cases of elder abuse are never reported. This book provides an introduction and overview to the distressing issue of elder abuse in health care facilities and family environments with a focus on prevention, avoidance and speaking out. - About the publisher: Mediscript Communications was founded in 1996 by a management team of marketing executives, writers, nurse educators, psychologists and distribution companies to provide a unique and effective style of publications, empowering readers and patients, through interaction, personalization and subsequent relevance. For more information, visit www.mediscript.net Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunications/

Multiple Sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. The brain and spinal cord make up the central nervous system. MS is a disease that usually, but not always, results in permanent disability. This book can be an invaluable aid to: - A caregiver caring for a relative or friend - A health worker seeking a reference aid - A patient or person suffering from MS - Any person involved in health care wishing to expand his or her knowledge - About the publisher: Mediscript Communications was founded in 1996 by a management team of marketing executives, writers, nurse educators, psychologists and distribution companies to provide a unique and effective style of publications, empowering readers and patients, through interaction, personalization and subsequent relevance. For more information, visit www.mediscript.net Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunications/

This book provides basic, non controversial and trusted information that can help a wide spectrum of readers. The primary objective of the information is to help a person provide effective quality care to a loved one or someone in his or her care. Pain is a subjective area of diagnosis, personal to the person being cared for. This book can help provide comprehensive understanding and the confidence and ability to ask the right questions and provide the optimum care. All the information is reliable and was written by a group of eminent nurse educators who ensured all the information complies with best practice guidelines and satisfies the various accreditation and regulatory bodies. Because there is so much unreliable information on the internet, you can be assured the "All About" publications are HON (Health On the Net) certified. - About the publisher: Mediscript Communications was founded in 1996 by a management team of marketing executives, writers, nurse educators, psychologists and distribution companies to provide a unique and effective style of publications, empowering readers and patients, through interaction, personalization and subsequent relevance. For more information, visit www.mediscript.net Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunications/

This book provides an overview of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and can help to increase your understanding of how to provide quality care to a family member with the condition. If you work with older people, it is likely that you have already cared for someone with AD. If not, you may soon be assigned to care for a person with this disease as it is becoming very common in our society. This practical self-help guide contains useful case examples, interactive quizzes and self-assessment exercises. This book can be an invaluable aid - A caregiver caring for a relative or friend; - A health worker seeking a reference aid; - Any person involved in health care wishing to expand his or her knowledge -- About the Mediscript Communications was founded in 1996 by a management team of marketing executives, writers, nurse educators, psychologists and distribution companies to provide a unique and effective style of publications, empowering readers and patients, through interaction, personalization and subsequent relevance. For more information, visit www.mediscript.net Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunicat...

Oral hygiene (mouth care) involves cleansing of the mouth, gums, teeth and dentures. Oral hygiene is one aspect of care that is often neglected by care providers. Staff shortages and time constraints may make it difficult to provide the quality of care that is needed. Mouth care, however, is an important part of overall personal hygiene. When you assist people with their personal care, you must also ensure that they receive good oral hygiene. The information in this book will increase your knowledge about how to assist someone with oral hygiene. This book tells you how to help older people get the mouth care that they need to maintain or enhance their quality of life. - A caregiver caring for a relative or friend - A health worker seeking a reference aid - A patient or person needing additional information about oral hygiene - Any person involved in health care wishing to expand his or her knowledge - About the publisher: Mediscript Communications was founded in 1996 by a management team of marketing executives, writers, nurse educators, psychologists and distribution companies to provide a unique and effective style of publications, empowering readers and patients, through interaction, personalization and subsequent relevance. For more information, visit www.mediscript.net Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunications/

Urinary or bladder incontinence is a common condition affecting millions of people. It involves a loss of bladder control. People with urinary incontinence are not able to hold their urine. The loss of bladder control causes a problem for the person involved and often for those close to them. You need to understand incontinence so that you can assist people affected by this condition. This book can be an invaluable aid to: - A caregiver caring for a relative or friend - A health worker seeking a reference aid - A patient or person suffering from incontinence - Any person involved in health care wishing to expand his or her knowledge - About the publisher: Mediscript Communications was founded in 1996 by a management team of marketing executives, writers, nurse educators, psychologists and distribution companies to provide a unique and effective style of publications, empowering readers and patients, through interaction, personalization and subsequent relevance. For more information, visit www.mediscript.net Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunications/

Transferring someone in your care can be risky both for you and the person being cared for. Consequently, knowing the well-established basics of care and techniques can be invaluable. This book can be an invaluable aid to: - A caregiver caring for a relative or friend - A health worker seeking a reference aid - An older patient or person needing to be transferred - Any person involved in health care wishing to expand his or her knowledge For more information, visit www.mediscript.net Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunications/

This self study guide introduces what diabetes is and most importantly, the complications that can occur if the diabetes is not properly managed.. There are critical daily care issues highlighted and explanations on what to do in critical situations such as hypoglycemia. This book can be an invaluable aid to: - A caregiver caring for a relative or friend - A health worker seeking a reference aid - A patient or person suffering from Type 2 Diabetes - Any person involved in health care wishing to expand his or her knowledge - About the publisher: Mediscript Communications was founded in 1996 by a management team of marketing executives, writers, nurse educators, psychologists and distribution companies to provide a unique and effective style of publications, empowering readers and patients, through interaction, personalization and subsequent relevance. For more information, visit www.mediscript.net Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunications/

What is an infection? How do microorganisms grow? What is the most effective means of preventing the spread of infections? These questions and many more are answered in this book. Whether you are a health care professional, a caregiver of a loved one, or a patient or layman interested in the topic, this book provides you with a comprehensive overview of infection control. As with all books in the "All About" series, you can find included: - comprehensive and certified information - interactive quizzes and self-assessments - helpful charts and graphs - short and snappy content without too much technical terminology - About the publisher: Mediscript Communications was founded in 1996 by a management team of marketing executives, writers, nurse educators, psychologists and distribution companies to provide a unique and effective style of publications, empowering readers and patients, through interaction, personalization and subsequent relevance. For more information, visit www.mediscript.net Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/mediscriptcommunications/