Section 1: Foundations of Healthy Aging Ch 1: Introduction to Healthy Aging Ch 2: Gerontological Nursing History, Education, and Roles Ch 3: Communicating with Elders Ch 4: Culture and Aging Ch 5: Documentation for Optimal Care Section 2: Changes of Aging Ch 6: Theories and Physical Changes of Aging Ch 7: Social, Psychological, Spiritual, and Cognitive Aspects of Aging Ch 8: Nutritional Needs Ch 9: Fluids and Continence Ch 10: Rest, Sleep, and Activity Ch 11: Promoting Healthy Skin and Feet Ch 12: Maintaining Mobility and Environmental Safety Ch 13: Assessment Tools in Gerontological Nursing Ch 14: Safe Medication Use for Older Adults Section 3: Coping with Chronic Disorders in Late Life Ch 15: Living with Chronic Illness Ch 16: Pain and Comfort Ch 17: Diabetes Mellitus Ch 18: Bone and Joint Problems Ch 19: Diseases Affecting Vision and Hearing Ch 20: Cardiac and Respiratory Disorders Ch 21: Cognitive Impairment Section 4: Caring for Elders and their Caregivers Ch 22: Economic and Legal Issues Ch 23: Relationships, Roles, and Transitions Ch 24: Mental Health and Wellness in Late Life Ch 25: Loss, Grief, Dying, and Death in Late Life Ch 26: Care Across the Continuum.