Essentials of clinical geriatrics

Kane, R L [1940-

Essentials of clinical geriatrics - 6th - New York : McGraw-Hill Medical, 2009 - xxii, 576 p. : ill. (pbk)

Prev 5th. ed. - 2004.

Clinical implications of the aging process -- The geriatric patient : demography, epidemiology, and health services utilization -- Evaluating the geriatric patient -- Chronic disease management -- Prevention -- Confusion : delirium and dementia -- Diagnosis and management of depression -- Incontinence -- Falls -- Immobility -- Cardiovascular disorders -- Decreased vitality -- Sensory impairment -- Drug therapy -- Health services -- Nursing home care -- Ethical issues in the care of older persons.

9780071498227 0071498222 (pbk.)


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