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  Title Year Author Related Subject Description
101.   Best Nursing Practices in Care for Older Adults 1999 C. Mariano, E. Gould, M. Mezey and T. FulmerMezey, M, and Fulmer, T Health Care Delivery, Medical / Nursing Infuses best nursing practices in care of older adults into nursing education in order to assure that elders across the country age with optimal function, comfort, and dignity.
102.   Long Term Care  2000      
103.   Crimes Against the Elderly Symposium 2002 Joe Soos   This program provides practical training and investigative analysis of crimes against the elderly to enable recognition, investigation, prosecution and prevention of elder abuse. In addition to examining the growing elderly population in the United States and its future impact on law enforcement. Prevention, detention, and prosecution for crimes against the elderly are also discussed.
104.   National GEC Network Meeting 2001      
105.   Wisconsin Geriatric Education Center 1998      
106.   MEGA: Multidisciplinary Education In Geriatrics & Aging 1993 Paul Ruskin, M.D. and Elizabeth Cobbs, M.D.Elizabeth Cobbs, M.D. Geriatric Assessment, Oral Health and Mental Health Learning modules for those in the health sciences field, but is of interest to those with aging family members.
107.   Eldercom Workshop Participate Kit 1999 Pfizer Pharmaceuticals   This ElderCom continuing medical education (CME) activity provides an overview of the needs of the medically complex and frail older adult patient. Included are methods of risk stratification, use of assessment tolls, and the roles various members of a geriatrics team play in providing a continuum of care for the older adult.
108.   Health Service Research Vol. 36 No. 1 Pt. 1 2001 Stephen Shortell, Ph.D    
109.   Virginia Financial Institute Reporting Project Resource Guide 2002 Virginia Department of Social Services    
110.   Geriatric Assessment and the Twenty Minute Visit 1998 J. Chodosh, R. McCann, R. Frankel, P. Katz, E. Naumburg, and W. Hall, Frankel, R, Katz, P, Naumburg, E, and Hall, W   This manual is meant to be used in conjunction with an accompanying videotape, but can serve as stand-alone text providing background material useful to teacher and learner. Geriatric assessment is the multidimensional evaluation of older persons designed specifically for those individuals who are frail or at significant risk for functional decline. It includes an evaluation of physical and mental health, as well as a determination of functional status. Social assessment, an exploration of economic status, potential caregiver burden, personal values, which entails a discussion about advanced care directives, and screening for elder abuse are also included.
111.   Encyclopedia of Gerontology: Age, Aging, and the Aged  Volume 1 A-K 1996 James Birren  Encyclopedias, Geriatrics, Gerontology, Medical, and Social Gerontology The articles are arranged alphabetically. They cover a wide range of subjects within biology (cell death, evolution and comparative biology), psychology (learning, perception), social issues (abuse and neglect of elders, economics: personal), health sciences (pharmacology, geriatric assessment: physical), and the humanities (folklore, humor). There are articles on specific conditions, such as arthritis and prostate problems, that are prevalent among the elderly. Home care, pensions, images of aging, ethics, dementia, and euthanasia are among the issues of contemporary interest addressed in this work. Each article begins with an outline of major topics included and a glossary of terms used and ends with a brief bibliography of current scholarly sources. The articles are 10 to 15 pages in length. They offer extensive analysis; for example, four theories of elder abuse and a detailed assessment of the changes in body composition during aging. Line drawings, charts, and tables supplement the text. Ample cross-references lead to related material. A detailed table of contents and a subject index make it easy to find specific topics.
112.   Encyclopedia of Gerontology: Age, Aging and the Aged Volume 2 L-Z 1996 James Birren Encyclopedias, Geriatrics, Gerontology, Medical, and Social Gerontology The articles are arranged alphabetically. They cover a wide range of subjects within biology (cell death, evolution and comparative biology), psychology (learning, perception), social issues (abuse and neglect of elders, economics: personal), health sciences (pharmacology, geriatric assessment: physical), and the humanities (folklore, humor). There are articles on specific conditions, such as arthritis and prostate problems, that are prevalent among the elderly. Home care, pensions, images of aging, ethics, dementia, and euthanasia are among the issues of contemporary interest addressed in this work. Each article begins with an outline of major topics included and a glossary of terms used and ends with a brief bibliography of current scholarly sources. The articles are 10 to 15 pages in length. They offer extensive analysis; for example, four theories of elder abuse and a detailed assessment of the changes in body composition during aging. Line drawings, charts, and tables supplement the text. Ample cross-references lead to related material. A detailed table of contents and a subject index make it easy to find specific topics.
113.   La Salud Casa: Guia Practica De Healthwise 1976 Donald Kemper Diet, Health, and Fitness The second edition of the Healthwise Handbook in Spanish is a high-quality translation of the English Healthwise Handbook. Offering information on over 180 health problems, this book contains family guidelines on prevention, home treatment, and when to call a health professional. New features of this edition include: new two-color layout, revised illustrations, a culturally neutral translation, and bilingual indexes 
114.   The Encyclopedia of Aging: A Comprehensive Resource in Gerontology and Geriatrics (2nd ed) 1995 George Maddox Encyclopedias, Gerontology, Human Aging, Medical, Nursing, Reference, Social Gerontology, and  Sociology Contributions by an impressive group of over 200 scholars from academia, medicine, and health-related agencies have been compiled for this first encyclopedia devoted to the topic of aging. By minimizing specialized terminology, the editors have succeeded in providing, for the educated reader and nonspecialist, a compendium of nearly 500 terms and concepts related to the aging process. A significant portion of the encyclopedia consists of over 2000 references to sources cited in the text. A comprehensive index, attractive format, and a few appropriate illustrations and tables add to the overall excellence and usefulness of the work. This will prove an authoritative reference source for all libraries serving students or professionals in the many disciplines that bear upon gerontology.
115.   Decide to For a Better World 1998 Robert Muller   A book of poems
116.   Health Care Decisionmaking 1997 Dacosta Mason, Esq. and Janicemarie Vinicky, PhDnd Janicemarie Vinicky, PhD   This handbook is a tool to familiarize students with the primary elements of "good" healthcare decisionmaking from both the ethical and legal perspectives.
117.   In-Depth Views of Issues of Aging: Consumer Direction in Long-Term Care Fall 2000 Vol. XXIV No. III 2000 Generations Journal of the American Society in Aging   This issue of Generations provides a broad overview of consumer direction in long-term care, reflecting a range of perspectives from diverse stakeholders. Nancy Eustis sets the context for understanding the development of this approach by providing a brief history of this concept. Marshall Kapp notes that the current paradigm shift toward more consumer choice and control regarding the details of home health and personal assistance services implicates a variety of emerging legal issues. Pam Doty provides important insights into the federal policy perspective on consumer direction in long-term care, and many other articles relating to this topic.
118.   A Provider's Handbook on Culturally Competent Care 2000 Kaiser Permanente   This is part of a series of handbooks that address the importance of "cultural competence" in health care delivery. "Culturally competent care" describes heath care that is sensitive to the health beliefs and behaviors, epidemiology and treatment efficacy of different population groups.
119.   Alzheimer's Disease Unraveling the Mystery 1995 National Institute of Agingng Aging, Diseases, Gerontology, Medical, Nursing This important official publication explains what Alzheimer's disease is, describes what has been learned to date about the disease, and provides a glimpse into future directions for research.
120.   Geriatric Education Centers: A Resource Directory 1998 J. Wood, PhD, K. Spruill Smith, & Virginia GECll Smith, & Virginia GEC   A general guide for those seeking educational material on a particular topic in the field of geriatrics.
121.   National Forum on Geriatric Education & Training: White Papers 1995 U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services Human Services Geriatrics and Medical care Eleven white papers prepared by geriatric education leaders for the 1995 National Forum on Geriatric Education and Training meeting. The meeting set a national agenda for action on geriatric education fro all those who provide health care for older adults. Topic areas include managed care, long term care, case management, interdisciplinary education, enthogeriatrics, allied and associated, dentistry, medicine, nursing, public health, and social work.
122.   National Directory of Corporate Giving 1999 David L. Clark Directories and Reference This guide will help you get the inside track on your corporate prospects and save research time.
123.   Congressional Yellow Book 1998 Imogen Akins Congress, Directories The Congressional Yellow Book is the nation's leading directory of Congress. This book will provide subscribers with the most current information available on members of Congress and key staff with legislative responsibilities in Washington, DC, and state and district offices. 
124.   Recommendations Directed Toward Geriatric Education Centers 1995 Susan Klein, DNSc, RN   The recommendations are excerpts from A National Agenda for Geriatric Education: White Papers.
125.   Culture and Tradition: Los Americanos Latinos 1993 National Hispanic Council on Agingcil on Aging   A Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Training Manual written in Spanish.