The Long-Term Care Nursing Assistant, Third Edition is a modern, true-to-life resource for today's nursing assistants. Like the popular previous editions, this edition continues to emphasize compassionate, restorative care that focuses on the individuality of each resident. Written in a style that encourages the reader to personally relate to the material, this book highlights both the psychosocial and physical needs of residents as well as the significance of effective communication and resident independence. To meet the individual needs of an increasingly diverse population, an increased emphasis is placed on cultural awareness and age-specific nursing. Combining comprehensive information with visual reinforcement and extensive chapter exercises both in the text and on the Companion Website, The Long-Term Care Nursing Assistant, Third Edition is a complete resource for any long-term care nursing assisting course. Book jacket.