Description
| Product ID: | 9781108837767 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Reichel's Care of the Elderly |
| Subtitle: | Clinical Aspects of Aging |
| Authors: | Author: Christine Arenson, William Reichel, Samuel C. Durso, Rebecca Elon, Mary H. Palmer, Jan Busby-Whitehead |
| Page Count: | 820 |
| Subjects: | Geriatric medicine, Geriatric medicine |
| Description: | Dr Reichel's fully revised and updated clinical guide on management of the elderly patient with simple to complex problems. Featuring four new chapters and incorporating geriatric emergency medicine. Provides practical and relevant information in a comprehensive format for all health specialists, from medical and nursing students to clinicians. This eighth edition of Dr Reichel''s formative text remains the go-to guide for practicing physicians and allied health staff confronted with the unique problems of an increasing elderly population. Fully updated and revised, it provides a practical guide for all health specialists, emphasizing the clinical management of the elderly patient with simple to complex problems. Featuring four new chapters and the incorporation of geriatric emergency medicine into chapters. The book begins with a general approach to the management of older adults, followed by a review of common geriatric syndromes, and proceeding to an organ-based review of care. The final section addresses principles of care, including care in special situations, psychosocial aspects of our aging society, and organization of care. Particular emphasis is placed on cost-effective, patient-centered care, including a discussion of the Choosing Wisely campaign. A must-read for all practitioners seeking practical and relevant information in a comprehensive format. |
| Imprint Name: | Cambridge University Press |
| Publisher Name: | Cambridge University Press |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2022-07-21 |
