We are not the first to ponder the mysteries of the universe and hope to find its key. What we are now "discovering" may have been known thousands of years ago. "Wisdom of the Toga" is both entertaining and thought-provoking as it delves into the realm of interpretive mythology, storytelling, science, and pop culture to uncover a common thread woven through time...mythic patterns that shape our lives. Laying out a pathway from ancient humankind's struggle for survival to our fascination with space exploration, the reader is guided on a captivating journey along a metaphorical stream of time and space to reveal that "long ago and far away" the course was set to determine the part each of us will play in humankind's unfolding story; for as long as the Fates allow. The story you tell can alter lives and change the course of history.

The findings of key reports highlight the need to raise awareness of the failures in health and social care systems to safeguard vulnerable older people. In this important text, a team of expert authors brings the focus to how legislation, ethics and national policy can be applied to the context of protecting 'at risk' older adults. Clear and accessible, the book will improve nurses' skills in safeguarding vulnerable older people. An essential read for students and qualified nurses alike, this text provides the reader with a solid foundation for clinical decision-making and safeguarding vulnerable older people, as well as a forum for discussion and reflection.