Essentials of clinical geriatrics

Essentials of clinical geriatrics

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"Essentials of Clinical Geriatrics is an engagingly written, up-to-date introductory guide to the core topics in geriatric medicine. Since 1984, its goal has remained unchanged: to help clinicians do a better job of caring for their older patients. You will find thorough and authoritative cover...

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Online Access: Full text (MCPHS users only)
Main Authors: Kane, Robert L., 1940-2017 (Author), Ouslander, Joseph G. (Author), Resnick, Barbara (Author), Malone, Michael L. (Author)
Corporate Authors: McGraw-Hill Companies, AccessMedicine (Online service)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: [New York] : McGraw-Hill Education, 2018
Edition:Eighth edition.
Subjects:
Geriatrics.
Aging.
Older people > Health and hygiene.
Aged.
Geriatric Assessment.
Aging > physiology.
Aging > psychology.
Electronic books.
Table of Contents:
  • Clinical implications of the aging process
  • The geriatric patient: demography, epidemiology, and health services utilization
  • Evaluating the geriatric patient
  • Chronic disease management
  • Prevention
  • Delirium and dementia
  • Diagnosis and management of depression
  • Incontinence
  • Falls
  • Immobility
  • Cardiovascular disorders
  • Decreased vitality
  • Sensory impairment
  • Drug therapy
  • High-value health services
  • Nursing home care
  • Ethical issues in the care of older persons
  • Palliative care.

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