Geriatric Rehabilitation Manual

Geriatric Rehabilitation Manual
Author: Timothy L. Kauffman
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 583
Release: 2007-01-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0443102333

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This manual gives step-by-step guidance on the evaluation and treatment of geriatric diseases and disorders. It covers incidence of disorders, diagnostic tests, associated diagnoses, clinical implications for mobility, and rehabilitation techniques. It offers a broad overview of the effects of aging on all body systems. Special geriatric considerations for laboratory assessment, thermoregulations, and pharmacology are also discussed. This manual is a resource for all training clinicians in geriatric care and is a quick-reference guide for students and practitioners in this field.