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MEDICAL
Pain Medicine
Pain Management for Older Adults A Self-Help Guide 2nd Edition By Thomas Hadjistavropoulos; and Heather D. Hadjistavropoulos
DESCRIPTION Written specifically for older adults who need practical infor- mation and advice for managing chronic pain, this easy-to- read, illustrated guide offers effective techniques, exercises, and methods to improve quality of life. With an emphasis on realistic goals, resisting negative thoughts, and mind/body bal-
ance, this 2nd Edition of Pain Management for Older Adults: A Self-Help Guide offers an up-to- date approach to successful pain management, ideal for older adults with chronic pain, physicians, healthcare providers, and caregivers. FEATURES ▶ ▶ Includes self-assessment checklists, progress charts, photos and illustrations, and clear instructions for managing pain—in easy-to-read large print ▶ ▶ Uses worksheets, bulleted lists, and an easy-to-follow organization to improve learning and help you effectively tailor information to your specific needs ▶ ▶ Examines the many areas of daily life that affect chronic pain, including relaxation and mood, social support, exercise, the home environment, nutrition, sleep, the physician-patient relationship, and the role of medication ▶ ▶ Provides information for caregivers of older adults who have dementia ▶ ▶ Discusses many techniques and methods that have been found to be helpful for patients of any age who live with persistent pain Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience with Enhanced Video, Audio, and Interactive Capabilities! ▶ ▶ Read directly on your preferred device(s ), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. ▶ ▶ Customize for your language , including right-to-left reading, vertical writing, and enhanced annotation in over 30 languages. ▶ ▶ Easily convert to audiobook , powering your content with natural language text-to-speech. ▶ ▶ Adapt for unique reading needs , supporting learning disabilities, visual/auditory impairments, second-language or literacy challenges, and more.
Note to Booksellers: The previous edition published in April 2008 (ISBN: 978-0-9310-9270-1).
Softbound / ISBN: 978-1-4963-9481-1 / ($40.99 / £31.00 / €36.00) World Approx. 214 pp. / 120 in Full Color / Approx. 1 Tables / 7 x 10 / March 2018
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