This book will help you with all these concerns. It will tell you what to expect from the placement, what you can learn, how to link theory and practice, and how to make the most of your learning opportunities.

Takes a logical, step-by-step approach to preparing for learning on a Care of the Older Person placement or a general placements in areas where the majority of patients are older people
Provides an introduction to the principles of care, treatment and management of an older person, linking university-learned theory to clinical practice
Gives helpful evidence-based practice examples and resources to support placement learning
Considers some of the more-complex concepts within caring for older people
Draws on a person-centred approach, looking at theories of ageing and exploring dementia and delirium
Highlights potential learning opportunities and experiences available placements in specialist care of older people in any setting
Explains how to develop your portfolio by completing specific exercises and activities
Maps all activities and exercises to the NMC competencies
Considers attitudes to older people and explores diversity and contemporary challenges that arise in caring for older individuals
Integrates learning through an in-depth case study approach links theory to practice.

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Section 1: Preparation for practice placement experience: understanding the concepts of being an older person
Section 2: Placement learning opportunities: general principles of care
Section 3: Reflecting on the older patient experience: a case study approach
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