Official Journal of Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association, American Assisted Living Nurses Association, American Geriatrics Society and Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystems Elders.Geriatric Nursing is a comprehensive source for timely, evidence-based, and high-quality clinical information and management advice relating to the care of older adults. The journal's peer-reviewed articles report the latest developments in the management of acute and chronic disorders while providing practical advice on innovative programs and practices in clinical care and administration. Geriatric Nursing addresses current issues related to drugs, advance directives, staff development and management, legal issues, client and caregiver education and infection control. It also strives to offer pertinent resources and guidelines that enhance caregivers' ability to support older adults in setting and achieving personal goals, optimizing healthy aging, preventing or modifying ill health, and improving their overall quality of daily living. The journal is written specifically for all members of the interdisciplinary team who work with older adults in any care setting.
