Health Encyclopedia for the Elderly

Author: Wang Yuling, Sun Chunmei
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Population aging, to some extent, reflects social progress, indicating that a country or region is socially stable, people live a prosperous life, and the healthcare system is sound. However, population aging is also a major social issue, as it not only involves individuals, families, and organizations but also relates to social stability. To help older adults better understand themselves, take control of their lives, consciously develop healthy habits, maintain a positive mental state, receive timely and appropriate medical treatment when ill, and enable family members to learn how to care for and support the elderly, the editors have compiled this book. This book introduces the characteristics of population aging, the concept of healthy aging, and anti-aging knowledge. It explains the physiological changes of older adults, dietary and nutritional needs, self-care and nursing methods, as well as self-monitoring of vital signs and home medication knowledge. It also provides detailed information on the causes, symptoms, treatments, preventive health measures, and nursing care for 32 common elderly diseases. The content is comprehensive, scientifically practical, and easy to understand, making it an ideal family reference book for guiding elderly health care and nursing.