BookRobert L. Kane, Joseph G. Ouslander, Barbara Resnick, Michael L. Malone.
Summary: "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 coverage of all the important issues in geriatrics, along with concise, practical guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of the diseases and disorders most commonly encountered in an elderly patient. Presented in full-color, this classic features a strong focus on the field's must-know concepts, from the nature of clinical aging to differential diagnosis of important geriatric syndromes to drug therapy and health services. The Eighth Edition has been completely revised to provide the most current updates on the assessment and management of geriatric care"--Publisher's description.
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.