Primary care geriatrics
Subtitle: a case-based approach
By: [edited by] Richard J. Ham ... [et al.].
Contributors: Ham, Richard J.
Edition: 5th ed.
Publisher: Mosby Elsevier
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Philadelphia, Pa
Language: eng
Number of pages: 641
ISBN-13: 9780323039307
Subjects: Geriatrics -- Case studies.; Geriatrics.; Case Reports.; Primary Health Care.
Genres: Case studies.
Description: Designed for anyone involved in treating geriatric patients, this New Edition continues to be the best comprehensive source for clinical solutions for the challenging geriatric population. Inside, you'll find a wealth of information on the principles of geriatric primary care ... detailed, case-based approaches to major geriatric syndromes ... and presentations of common conditions and situations. What's more, the 5th Edition now includes evidence-based medicine that helps you form a definitive diagnosis and create the best treatment plans possible and a BONUS CD-ROM containing supplemental materials. Incorporates engaging case studies throughout to illustrate all of the principles and key clinical information you need to treat your geriatric patients as well as their families. Features a two-color layout that highlights the most important information.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Caring for older patients and an aging population; title: Clinical implications of normal aging; title: Illness and aging; title: Initial assessment; title: Health maintenance, exercise, and nutrition; title: Clinical pharmacology; title: Ethnic and cultural aspects of geriatrics; title: Ethics; title: The health care system; title: Perioperative care; title: Long-term care; title: Home care; title: Rehabilitation; title: Palliative care; title: Delirium; title: Alzheimer's disease and other dementias; title: Depression; title: Gait and mobility; title: Dizziness; title: Syncope; title: Falls; title: Urinary incontinence; title: Constipation and fecal incontinence; title: Hearing impairment; title: Visual impairment and eye problems; title: Persistent pain; title: Malnutrition and feeding problems; title: Pressure ulcers; title: Hypothermia and hyperthermia; title: Sleep disorders; title: Sexual health; title: Elder mistreatment and neglect; title: Alcoholism; title: The older adult driver; title: Hypertension; title: Coronary artery disease; title: Congestive heart failure; title: Peripheral arterial disease; title: Cerebrovascular disease; title: Diabetes mellitus; title: Thyroid disorders; title: Osteoporosis; title: Arthritis and related disorders; title: Foot problems; title: Cancer; title: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and lower respiratory infections; title: Urinary tract infections; title: The acute abdomen; title: Prostate disease; title: Parkinson's disease; title: Oral problems; title: Skin problems.