Essential Facts in Geriatric Medicine

ISBN-13: 9781846194672 / Angielski / Miękka / 2010 / 256 str.

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Opis

Already established in its first edition as a key text in elderly care, this comprehensively revised second edition of Essential Facts in Geriatric Medicine is a vital reference for health professionals involved in providing comprehensive care to the older population. The book thoroughly explores clinical aspects, as well as demographic, statistical, legal and ethical areas relating to health and social services used by older people. There are entirely new chapters on elder abuse, alcohol and drug abuse and HIV, infection control and other essential topics. With two thirds of its content either completely new or thoroughly updated, this book remains an invaluable ready reference for doctors, nurses and all health professionals involved in geriatrics and general medicine in hospital and community settings. It is also a vital revision text for general practitioners and clinical assistants, as it reflects the syllabus framework of the Diploma in Geriatric Medicine.

Spis treści

Part I Demographic and social factors. Part II Clinical aspects of old age. Part III Clinical problems encountered in old age. Part IV Administrative aspects of services.

O autorze

Catherine Bracewell, Rosaire Gray, Rosaire Gray