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" Primary care geriatrics : "
[edited by] Richard J. Ham ... [et al.]
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BL
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582772
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b411991
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Primary care geriatrics : : a case-based approach /\ [edited by] Richard J. Ham ... [et al.]
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5th ed
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Philadelphia, Pa. :: Mosby Elsevier,, c2007
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xxii, 641 p. :: ill. (some col.) ;; 28 cm.++ 1CD-ROM
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0323039308
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: 9780323039307
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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| Contents
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Caring for older patients and an aging population -- Clinical implications of normal aging -- Illness and aging -- Initial assessment -- Health maintenance, exercise, and nutrition -- Clinical pharmacology -- Ethnic and cultural aspects of geriatrics -- Ethics -- The health care system -- Perioperative care -- Long-term care -- Home care -- Rehabilitation -- Palliative care -- Delirium -- Alzheimer's disease and other dementias -- Depression -- Gait and mobility -- Dizziness -- Syncope -- Falls -- Urinary incontinence -- Constipation and fecal incontinence -- Hearing impairment -- Visual impairment and eye problems -- Persistent pain -- Malnutrition and feeding problems -- Pressure ulcers -- Hypothermia and hyperthermia -- Sleep disorders -- Sexual health -- Elder mistreatment and neglect -- Alcoholism -- The older adult driver -- Hypertension -- Coronary artery disease -- Congestive heart failure -- Peripheral arterial disease -- Cerebrovascular disease -- Diabetes mellitus -- Thyroid disorders -- Osteoporosis -- Arthritis and related disorders -- Foot problems -- Cancer -- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and lower respiratory infections -- Urinary tract infections -- The acute abdomen -- Prostate disease -- Parkinson's disease -- Oral problems -- Skin problems
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| Abstract
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"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, youll find a wealth of information on the principles of geriatric primary caredetailed, case-based approaches to major geriatric syndromesand presentations of common conditions and situations. Whats 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."
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Geriatrics, Case studies
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Geriatrics
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Case Reports
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Primary Health Care
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RC952.7.P75 2007
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Ham, Richard J
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