Contributors |
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Preface |
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Acknowledgments |
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CHAPTER 1 Vision Loss in the Older Adult: An Introduction |
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Ocular and Visual Changes With Aging |
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Causes of Age-Related Vision Loss |
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration |
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The Role of the Professional NurseAn Overview |
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CHAPTER 2 Age-Related Macular Degeneration |
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Antioxidant and Zinc Supplements |
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Procedures Under Investigation |
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CHAPTER 3 Cataracts |
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Pat Gillett, Kate Goldblum, and Joyce Powers |
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Pathophysiology and Etiology |
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Medical and Surgical Management |
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CHAPTER 4 Glaucoma |
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Pathophysiology and Risk Factors |
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Signs and Symptoms of Glaucoma |
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Early Detection of Glaucoma |
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Focused Health History in an Older Adult With Glaucoma |
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Eye Examination for the Detection of Glaucoma |
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Referral to an Ophthalmologist |
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Nurse's Role in Treatment |
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CHAPTER 5 Retinopathies |
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Pathophysiology of Diabetic Retinopathy |
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Assessing for Diabetic Retinopathy |
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Classification of Diabetic Retinopathy |
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Pathophysiology of Hypertensive Retinopathy |
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Assessing for Hypertensive Retinopathy |
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Diagnostic Testing for Retinopathies |
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Management of Retinopathies |
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Panretinal Photocoagulation, Focal Photocoagulation, Vitrectomy |
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CHAPTER 6 Prevention of Age-Related Vision Loss |
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Prevention of Diabetic Retinopathy |
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Prevention of Age-Related Macular Degeneration |
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Fats, Cholesterol, and Fish Intake |
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Statins and Aspirin Therapy |
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CHAPTER 7 Psychological and Social Impact of Age-Related Vision Loss |
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Experience of Vision Loss |
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Social Impact of Age-Related Vision Loss |
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Successful Aging and Quality of Life With Vision Loss |
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CHAPTER 8 Nursing Care of Older Adults With Age-Related Vision Loss |
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Assessment of Visual Acuity |
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Assessment of Contrast Sensitivity |
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Assessment of Fields of Vision |
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Nursing Models of Care for the Visually Impaired |
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Nagi Disablement Process Model |
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The Sensory Enhancement Model |
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Individualized Sensory Enhancement for the Elderly (I-SEE) |
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Nursing Care of Eye Emergencies |
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Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma |
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Cataract Surgery Complications |
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Care Planning for the Visually Impaired Older Adult |
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Preventing Disability and Dire Outcomes of Low Vision in Older Adults |
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CHAPTER 9 Supporting Families of Older Adults With Age-Related Vision Loss |
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Catherine S. Sackett and Betsy Campochiaro |
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How Impaired Vision Affects Daily Life |
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Why Should the Family Be Part of the Treatment Team? |
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The Health of the FamilyThe Process of Family Evaluation |
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Identifying the Caregiver |
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The Invisible Caregivers: Children |
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Effects of Caregiving on Health and Well-Being |
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What Helps Family Members? |
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Positive Aspects of Caregiving |
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Seeking Support Effectively |
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CHAPTER 10 Assistive Devices and Resources for Older Adults With Age-Related Vision Loss |
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Betsy Campochiaro and Catherine S. Sackett |
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Low-Vision Rehabilitation |
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The Low-Vision Assessment and Plan |
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The Nurse's Role in Education and Support |
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CHAPTER 11 Future Directions in the Care of Older Adults With Age-Related Vision Loss |
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Kate Goldblum, Pat Gillett, and Joyce Powers |
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration |
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Recent Developments in Treatment |
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Therapeutic Options for the Future |
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Recent Developments in Treatment |
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Therapeutic Options for the Future |
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Recent Developments in Treatment |
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Therapeutic Options for the Future |
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Recent Developments in Treatment |
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Therapeutic Options for the Future |
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Index |
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