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Geriatric medicine
Paperback. This book describes how to develop a creative approach to the day-to-day care of people with dementia, and provides rich and varied ideas for creative activities for use with individuals or groups. The authors explain what creativity has to offer people with dementia, and how a creative approach can help to address the difficulties they face. Num Pages: 216 pages, 4 page colour insert and 2 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG; MJND; MJX; MQTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 332.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849051132
- ISBN
- 9781849051132
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.28
€ 33.28
Paperback. Part Three lays out societal choices regarding the allocation of resources for treatment, care, and research on dementia. Editor(s): Binstock, Robert H.; Post, Stephen G. (Associate Professor of Biomedical Ethics, Case Western University, USA); Whitehouse, Peter J. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: MBDC; MBPK; MJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801845451
- ISBN
- 9780801845451
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.69
€ 36.69
Paperback. The authors take a multidisciplinary approach and employ both medical and psycho-social models of depression. The medical model is used to identify symptoms, make diagnoses and work towards optimal treatment. Psycho-social perspectives provide insight into the scale and complexity of the condition and point to its social causes. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG; MBPK; MJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 10. Weight in Grams: 199.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102342
- ISBN
- 9781843102342
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.04
€ 26.04
Paperback. This practical book provides simple ways to reduce stress-related behaviours in people with dementia. The author suggests strategies for managing problems with feeding, bathing, toileting and sleep, looks at how to understand and cope with wandering, agitation and inappropriate sexual activity, and discusses ways of defusing aggressive behaviour. Num Pages: 96 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJND; MJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 96
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103493
- ISBN
- 9781843103493
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.84
€ 24.84
Hardback. Editor(s): Hategan, Ana; Bourgeois, James A.; Xiong, Glen L. Num Pages: 148 pages. BIC Classification: MJX; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 184 x 260 x 15. Weight in Grams: 500.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634822213
- ISBN
- 9781634822213
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 231.05€ 172.17
€ 231.05
€ 172.17
Hardcover. Provides foundational knowledge and skills for mental health practice with older adults and their caregivers. This book draws on research and clinical expertise to address normal aging processes, frequently encountered clinical problems, and approaches to evaluation, psychotherapy, family support, and consultation in institutional settings. Num Pages: 468 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MJX; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 163 x 34. Weight in Grams: 872.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Guilford Publications United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 468
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781572309463
- ISBN
- 9781572309463
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 134.48
€ 134.48
Paperback. Num Pages: 468 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JMD; MJX; MMH; MMJ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 233 x 166 x 27. Weight in Grams: 674.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Guilford Publications United States
- Edition
- Second Edition
- Number of pages
- 468
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781609182328
- ISBN
- 9781609182328
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.95
€ 68.95
Paperback. Medication Management in Care of Older People is an accessible introduction to medication management and its role in the management of older people and their medicines. It addresses key issues in medication management, evaluates professional roles and clinical practice initiatives and explores healthcare policy and prescribing initiatives. Num Pages: 200 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MJX; MMG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 172 x 11. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405151740
- ISBN
- 9781405151740
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.82
€ 69.82
Paperback. Demographic trends confirm what clinicians already know - they are spending increasing amounts of time dealing with older people. This new ABC provides an introduction to the new and increasing challenges of treating older patients in a variety of settings. ABC of Geriatric Medicine provides an overview of geriatric medicine in practice. Editor(s): Cooper, Nicola; Forrest, Kirsty; Mulley, Graham P. Series: ABC Series. Num Pages: 88 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: MJX; MQCL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 275 x 220 x 6. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 88
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405169424
- ISBN
- 9781405169424
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 43.82
€ 45.99
€ 43.82
Paperback. Due to the fact that more people are living to an older age, the psychological issues of ageing have become far more prevalent. This book covers issues such as: the impact of physical decline and illness; late onset depression and anxiety; changing sexuality; and intermediate and long-term care. Series: Jossey-Bass Library of Current Clinical Technique. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JKSN2; JMC; MJX; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 151 x 16. Weight in Grams: 367. Very good copy with light shelf wear
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KCW0013606
- ISBN
- 9780787902193
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Whether residing at home, in assisted living or in a nursing facility, older adults have unique nutrition needs. Like the previous edition, this hands-on reference encompasses the total perspective on person-driven nutrition care of older adults, from nutrition and disease states to regulatory compliance in health care settings. Editor(s): Carlson, Marla P. Num Pages: 400 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MJX; MQCL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- American Dietetic Association,U.S. United States
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780880914888
- ISBN
- 9780880914888
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 104.83
€ 104.83
Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JKSG; JMRM; MJX; MQCL4; VSPT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 216 x 15. Weight in Grams: 525.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Health Professions Press,U.S.
- Edition
- First
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781938870378
- ISBN
- 9781938870378
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 67.24
€ 67.24
Hardback. An analysis of provider-, environment-, client- and societal-based obstacles to the empowerment of frail elderly persons in a philosophical framework of social values. It features international case studies which provide examples of the feasibility of achieving real empowerment. Num Pages: 296 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JKSG; MJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 27. Weight in Grams: 635.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780275966515
- ISBN
- 9780275966515
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 78.29
€ 78.29
Hardback. This is a guide to recent research about religion and ageing, which focuses on the linkage between religion and health outcomes in people over 55 in the United States. This age range will represent one-third of America's population by the year 2025. Nearly 300 entries are included. Editor(s): Koenig, Harold G. Series: Bibliographies & Indexes in Gerontology. Num Pages: 192 pages, indexes. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GBCR; HRA; JFSP31; MJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780313294273
- ISBN
- 9780313294273
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 37.67
€ 37.99
€ 37.67
hardcover. This comprehensive text provides guidelines to the care of elderly cancer patients, which is different from that of younger adults. Editor(s): Hurria, Arti; Cohen, Harvey Jay. Num Pages: 448 pages, 36 b/w illus. 82 tables. BIC Classification: MJCL; MJX. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 260 x 178 x 29. Weight in Grams: 930.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521513197
- ISBN
- 9780521513197
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.55€ 124.32
€ 129.55
€ 124.32
hardcover. Focuses on the clinical diagnoses and management of sleep disorders. A valuable resource for all professionals working with elderly individuals. Editor(s): Pandi-Perumal, S. R.; Monti, Jaime M.; Monjan, Andrew A. Num Pages: 470 pages, 10 b/w illus. 2 colour illus. 60 tables. BIC Classification: MJN; MJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 193 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1176.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 470
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521896702
- ISBN
- 9780521896702
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 166.90€ 159.25
€ 166.90
€ 159.25
Hardback. -- "Social Work" Editor(s): Monk, Abraham. Num Pages: 696 pages. BIC Classification: JKSG; MJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 150 x 51. Weight in Grams: 1135.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 2 Sub
- Number of pages
- 694
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231069021
- ISBN
- 9780231069021
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.60€ 82.11
€ 107.60
€ 82.11
Paperback. This book enables the reader to understand the principles underpinning the management of pain, with a particular emphasis upon the care of the older adult. The chapters explore concepts that are recognized to be involved in the pain experience. Editor(s): Schofield, Patricia. Num Pages: 226 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJX; MMBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 153 x 14. Weight in Grams: 334.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 226
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470033494
- ISBN
- 9780470033494
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.54
€ 63.54
Paperback. The Old Age Psychiatry Handbook provides a comprehensive but concise overview of psychiatric, medical and practical issues that may arise within the speciality. The book is written in an easy assimilated format, ideal for use in the clinic and on the ward. Num Pages: 318 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: MJX; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 169 x 19. Weight in Grams: 552.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 318
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470060155
- ISBN
- 9780470060155
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.58
€ 69.58
Hardcover. This book covers virtually all aspects of the rapidly developing field of beta secretase (BACE), from the original isolation and cloning of BACE, to the discovery of various classes of BACE inhibitors, to challenges in clinical development. Num Pages: 250 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MJND; MJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 167 x 20. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470293423
- ISBN
- 9780470293423
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 137.75
€ 137.75