Geriatric Dermatology

ISBN-13: 9781850703112 / Angielski / Twarda / 2001 / 174 str.

Robert A. Norman

Opis

This is a much-needed practical and comprehensive clinical reference o n geriatric dermatology. Where conventional dermatology texts are lack ing in the area of chronic care, this book expertly covers skin care, including wound care, in nursing homes, adult congregate living, subac ute and home health settings. It presents background and treatment reg imens for dermatological therapy in chronic and subacute care and prov ides forms useful for direct patient contact. The bookFs main chapters cover the graying of America, medical and administrative structures o f extended care facilities, skin problems in chronic and subacute care, recommended therapy, using physical therapy and other services, and treatment protocols. Includes bibliographic references and index.

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PrefaceDedicationThe Aging of the World's Population, R.A. NormanDermatological Problems and Treatment in Long-Term/Nursing-Home Care, R.A. NormanSkin Diseases of the Elderly, S.L. MoschellaGeriatric Hair and Scalp Disorders, J.L. RobertsLeg, Foot and Nail Diseases in the Elderly, M. Alam, R.K. Scher, and P.I. SchneidermanSuperficial Mycoses in the Elderly, B.P. Glick, M. Zaiac, G. Rebell, and N. ZaiasScabies and Pediculosis, S.P. StoneBlistering Diseases in the Elderly, N. Sami and A.R. AhmedAdverse Drug Reactions on the Skin, J.Z. LittLeg Ulcers: Diagnostic Approach and Management, A.I. Rojas, Y.M. Bello, and T.J. PhillipsDermal Manifestations of Diabetes, R.A. Norman and R. TownsendIndex

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