Written by nurses currently working in the long-term care field, this textbook covers the working environment, the needs of the elderly and chronically ill, basic nursing care, anatomy and physiology, biological systems, developmental disabilities, restorative nursing care, subacute and emergency care, and end-of-life care. The book reflects federal curriculum requirements and provides guidance on preparing for the certification exam. In addition, a pocket survival guide is included which serves as a reference for medical terminology and includes useful information for both emergency and day-to-day procedures. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR