With examples and cases studies Wallace takes students through the human side of nursing elderly patients, and although she covers the statistics, she concentrates on removing the myths and getting down to the need for appropriate, adequate, respectful, dignified and loving care. She addresses assessing health, preventing illness and injury, dealing with pathological diseases and medications, working with cognitive and psychological issues and addressing quality of life. Wallace describes care environments, including home care and end-of life care, and future needs and trends. This also serves as a solid professional refresher for all elder care professionals. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)