Fundamentals of Geriatric Medicine A Case-Based Approach

Name: Fundamentals of Geriatric Medicine A Case-Based Approach
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ISBN: 9780387323244

ISBN-10: 0387323244

ISBN-13: 9780387323244

Edition: 2007

Authors: Christine K. Cassel, Rainier P. Soriano, Helen M. Fernandez, Rosanne M. Leipzig

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The wealth of knowledge contained in the classic text, Geriatric Medicine: An Evidence-Based Approach, 4/e, by Cassel et al. has been streamlined into this handy guide that enables primary care, family medicine, and internal medicine residents to quickly integrate the material into clinical practice. Written by top experts in the field, this book is an excellent overview of geriatric care. It addresses geriatric pharmacology, Medicare and Medicaid, and other subjects unique to older adults. The text has a case-based instructional approach that helps readers navigate the complexity of disease prevention, presentation, and treatment for conditions such as depression, dementia, and…

Book details

List price: $109.99
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Springer New York
Publication date: 2/26/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 628
Size: 6.10" wide x 9.25" long x 0.43" tall
Weight: 2.2
Language: English



Foreword



Preface


Contributors


Introduction




Approach to the Older Adult Patient




The Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment




Geriatric Pharmacology and Drug Prescribing for Older Adults




Sites of Care for Older Adults




Medicare and Medicaid




Psychosocial Influences on Health in Later Life




Medicolegal Aspects of the Care of Older Adults




Prevention and Chemoprophylaxis in the Elderly




Vision and Hearing Impairments




Exercise and Rehabilitation




Nutrition




The Older Surgical Patient




Depression, Dementia, and Delirium




Insomnia and Other Sleep Disorders




Transient Ischemic Attack and Stroke




Parkinson's Disease and Related Disorders




Dizziness and Syncope




Osteoarthritis




Osteoporosis




Instability and Falls




Hip Fractures




Hypertension




Cardiovascular and Peripheral Arterial Diseases




Diabetes Mellitus




Thyroid Disorders




Anemia in the Elderly




Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia




Erectile Dysfunction




Urinary Incontinence




Pressure Ulcers




Overview of Palliative Care and Non-Pain Symptom Management




Principles of Pain Management



Index