Promoting positive practice in nursing older people / edited by Sharon Pickering and Jeanette Thompson.

Published in association with the Royal College of Nursing.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction--Sociological perspective--The theory of communication--Physiological implications--Environmental influences--Personal territory--Non-verbal communication--Personal property and freedom of movement--The importance of privacy--Touch--Meaningful activity--Epilogue--Conclusion--Further reading--References--11. Touch as Therapy:- Introduction--The name of nursing--Caring--Therapeutic use of touch--Defining touch--Types of touch--The context of touch--Touch and the use of massage--Conclusion--Further reaing--Useful addresses--References--12. Positive sensations:- Introduction--Leisure--Sensory change--Assessment--The responsive environment--Evaluation of sensory environments--The sensory lifestyle--Implications for practice--Conclusion--Further reading--Useful addresses--References--13. Stress and relaxation in later life:- Introduction--Stress--Relaxation and stress management--Methods of relaxation--Pain and stress--Imagery techniques--Practical considerations for nurses--Conclusion--Further reading--References--Section Four: Future Directions:- 14. Meeting the needs of older people: resource issues:- Introduction--Matching resources to need in a state-funded health service--Mapping the need for healthcare: an analysis of population needs assessment--Legal and ethical considerations--The impact of the purchaser/provider split on the role of the nurse--Nurses as purchasers--Further reading--References--15. Measuring the outcomes of care:- Introduction--The need for outcomes--Outcomes - meaning and purpose--Creating a shared vision--Definitions--Communication--Culture--User and Carer involvement--Current situation--Outcome techniques--Vision for outcomes--Quality of life--Quality-of-life measurement and tools--Areas for outcome development--Conclusion--Further reading--References--16. The policy dimension: a protocol for progress:-Introduction--Service responsibilities--Delivery settings--Workforce planning--Occupational standards--Professional boundaries--Identifying implications for practice--Further reading--References.

Section one: Values, Attitudes and Beliefs:- 1. Influcences upon growing older:-Introduction--What is Old Age?--Cultural values and ageing--Older people and physical ageing--Chronological approaches to ageing--Lifespan and lifecycle approaches to ageing--Application to nursing practice--Conclusion--Further reading--References-- 2. Cultural perspectives on ageing:- Introduction--Modernization, culture and ageing--Inter-generational relationships--Families and caring--Cross-cultural comparisons--Culture and ethnicity--Implications for nursing practice--Conclusion--Further reading--References -- 3. Promoting ordinary living for older people:-Introduction--The impact of the National Health Service and Community Care Act (NHSCCA)--Ordinary living--Defining ordinary living--Community participation and community integration--Competence--Interdependence--Respect--Choice--Conclusion--Further reading--References-- 4.Promoting choice, autonomy and independence with older people:- Introduction--Citizenship--Citizenship and welfare provision--Dependency in older age--Philosophies underpinning nursing--Dependence, independence and interdependence--Autonomy--Advocacy--Implications for practice--Choice and empowerment--Conclusion--Further reading--References -- 5. Management of risk situations:-Introduction--The rise of Risk Management in healthcare services--Defining risk and risk management--Risk management and the law--The intrinsic value of risk and risk taking--Risk and risk taking: working with service users--Risk management in an organizational setting--Concluding comments and recommendations--Further reading--References--Section Two: Optimum Health:-6. Promoting the health of older people:- Introduction--Concepts of health--Theoretical perspectives on health--Lay perspectives on health--The need for health promotion--The role of the nurse in health promotion--Conclusion--Further reading--References--7. Sexuality and older people:- Introduction--What is sexuality?--Historical landmarks influencing sexuality in older people--Sexual stereotyping and older people--Physiological aspects of sexuality relating to ageing--Altered health states and sexuality--Ethical issues--Practical applications--Conclusion--Further reading--References--8. Religious and spiritual needs of older people:- Introduction--Spirituality--Spirituality and religion--Spirituality as a universal dimension--Stages of human development and spirituality--Spirituality and culture--Spiritual and religious needs--Religious and cultural beliefs--Skills development for spiritual care--The nurse\'s role in preparing the older person and their family for death--Summary and conclusion--Further reading--References--9. Social networks in old age:- Introduction--Defining social networks--Characteristics and properties of networks--Properties of social networks--The impact of ageing upon networks--Quality of life--The nurse\'s role in developing social networks--Conclusion--Further reading--References--Section Three: Therapeutic Interventions:- 10. Enabling positive communication:-

With an innovative approach to care of the elderly, this guide promotes a positive attitude and avoids a medical approach. It focuses on relationships with older people and the aim of increasing the quality of their lives.