Optimizing Health, Well-being, and Quality of Life for Older Adults

By Bette R. Bonder PhD OTR/L FAOTA, Noralyn D. Pickens PhD OT FAOTA, Vanina Dal Bello-Haas PhD Med BSc(PT)

The Ideal Resource for Occupational Therapy Practitioners Working with Older Adults

Support the health, well-being, and quality of life of older adults with this comprehensive resource. The aging experience is complex, and occupational therapy practitioners play a crucial role in promoting positive aging. This text covers the science behind aging, the impact of health and social factors on clients’ ability to participate in valued occupations, and strategies for maximizing their well-being.

New and Revised Chapters for In-Depth Knowledge

• Aging and Culture
• Identity, Sexuality, and Relationships
• Legal and Ethical Issues
• Special Concerns in Care and Prevention
• Metabolic Conditions
• Home Management
• Health Management and Sleep
• Community Mobility and Driving
• Caregiving
• Acute Care Services

The revised section, Aging: Body Structures and Body Functions, provides a holistic perspective on functional and occupational performance in older adults and OT interventions. The text also emphasizes interprofessional practice and collaboration in today’s healthcare environment.

Enhanced Learning Experience with Case Studies and Critical Thinking Questions

Threads Case Studies throughout the chapters encourage in-the-moment application of the content, while Critical-Thinking Questions at the end of each chapter promote clinical reasoning. The authors’ suggested responses are provided in Appendix A.

Current Evidence and Best Practices

The text incorporates the most current evidence available and presents strategies supported by the evidence in Promoting Best Practices boxes. An assessment table organized by ICF factors summarizes the most relevant assessments for older adult practice, occupation, and psychometrically best practices.

Encouraging Clinical Reasoning and Improved Patient Outcomes

Mini-Case Studies and Provocative Questions at the beginning of each chapter and Critical-Thinking Questions at the end of each chapter promote clinical reasoning and improve patient outcomes.

The International Classification of Function (ICF; World Health Organization) serves as the major organizing principle for the text.

Publication Details: F.A. Davis Company; Fifth edition (February 15, 2024); English; Hardcover; 592 pages; ISBN-10: 1719647909; ISBN-13: 978-1719647908