A classic in the field! This concise, practical guide is packed with critical information on geriatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Emphasizes the clinical evaluation of the geriatric patient and features expanded content on end-of-life decisions, pre-operative evaluation, cancer management issues, and preventive aspects of geriatric care.
Review quote:
"There is not a wasted word in this book. Its style is enticing and elegant. Matching in elegance are the exquisite line drawings (so much better than photos) that illustrate its pages. The references are carefully selected and annotated, as are the suggested readings. The citation of Web-based materials -- both for patient education and for professionals -- is the best I have ever seen. The appendixes that give the assessment instruments themselves also add to the presentation." "Each edition of this book adds something new. The pagination, size, and paper -- even the cover -- are improved. The printing of tables and boxes with a slightly darker background makes them easy to spot without being jarring. Kudos for the very careful editing of this book, which raises the level of medical writing here to that of the best British writers in days of yore. This is one of the best textbooks of geriatric medicine in terms of its clarity, completeness, and compactness. It give a complete, coherent, overarching view of geriatric medicine that still can be swallowed whole in an elective geriatric medicine rotation. Every medical library should possess this small marvel." "4 stars"
Table of contents:
Table of Contents: Part I The Aging Patient and Geriatric Assessment 1. Clinical Implications of the Aging Process 2. Demography and Epidemiology 3. Evaluating the Geriatric Patient 4. Developing Clinical Expectations Part II Differential Diagnosis and Management 5. Delirium and Dementia 6. Depression 7. Incontinence 8. Instability and Falls 9. Immobility 10. Cardiovascular Disorders 11. Decreased Vitality 12. Sensory Impairment Part III General Management Strategies 13. Drug Therapy 14. Health Services 15. Nursing Home Care 16. Ethical Issues in the Care of Older Persons Appendix: Geriatric Medical Forms -Katz Index of Activities of Daily Living -Main Components of Tinetti Fall Risk Scale -Reuben’s Physical Performance Test -Folstein Mini-Mental State Examination -Comprehensive Medical History and Physical Assessment -Dementia Assessment -Incontinence -Minimum Data Set
“So well written the amount of information it contains is deceptive. Unlike many texts, the book is easy to read and provides an excellent overview of geriatrics." --Journal of Family Practice* "This handy-to-carry-and-use paperback is invaluable as a ready source of comprehensive up-to-date geriatric clinical information...richly supplemented by an enormous number of helpful tables, figures, and references."* --American Family Physician . “All practicing physicians who care for older persons, medical students, residents, fellows, and the entire interdisciplinary team caring for older persons will derive benefit from this book.” --Four Stars from Doody* *reviews of previous editions The superb writing, a clear focus on the clinical issues, presentation of complex issues clearly and succinctly....just a few of the reasons why ESSENTIALS OF CLINICAL GERIATRICS is a favorite resource among health professionals caring for older patients. The practical, problem-oriented approach guides you systematically through the clinical implications of aging, and reviews evaluation, diagnosis, and management of clinical problems encountered in daily practice. Much has been added to this edition to keep you on the cutting edge of clinical geriatrics, including: *A brand new chapter on preventive care in clinical geriatrics *Expanded coverage of preoperative evaluation, cancer management, and end-of-life issues *Updated content on genetic aspects of geriatric care, pharmacology, hormone replacement therapy, and more You’ll appreciate the broad, readable coverage of pertinent issues and the highly accessible format of key diagnostic and therapeutic details. Superb tables conveniently summarize important information, and the handy Appendix provides a compendium of checklists for essential procedures in geriatric assessment.
Review quote:
"There is not a wasted word in this book. Its style is enticing and elegant. Matching in elegance are the exquisite line drawings (so much better than photos) that illustrate its pages. The references are carefully selected and annotated, as are the suggested readings. The citation of Web-based materials -- both for patient education and for professionals -- is the best I have ever seen. The appendixes that give the assessment instruments themselves also add to the presentation." "Each edition of this book adds something new. The pagination, size, and paper -- even the cover -- are improved. The printing of tables and boxes with a slightly darker background makes them easy to spot without being jarring. Kudos for the very careful editing of this book, which raises the level of medical writing here to that of the best British writers in days of yore. This is one of the best textbooks of geriatric medicine in terms of its clarity, completeness, and compactness. It give a complete, coherent, overarching view of geriatric medicine that still can be swallowed whole in an elective geriatric medicine rotation. Every medical library should possess this small marvel." "4 stars"
Table of contents:
Table of Contents: Part I The Aging Patient and Geriatric Assessment 1. Clinical Implications of the Aging Process 2. Demography and Epidemiology 3. Evaluating the Geriatric Patient 4. Developing Clinical Expectations Part II Differential Diagnosis and Management 5. Delirium and Dementia 6. Depression 7. Incontinence 8. Instability and Falls 9. Immobility 10. Cardiovascular Disorders 11. Decreased Vitality 12. Sensory Impairment Part III General Management Strategies 13. Drug Therapy 14. Health Services 15. Nursing Home Care 16. Ethical Issues in the Care of Older Persons Appendix: Geriatric Medical Forms -Katz Index of Activities of Daily Living -Main Components of Tinetti Fall Risk Scale -Reuben’s Physical Performance Test -Folstein Mini-Mental State Examination -Comprehensive Medical History and Physical Assessment -Dementia Assessment -Incontinence -Minimum Data Set
“So well written the amount of information it contains is deceptive. Unlike many texts, the book is easy to read and provides an excellent overview of geriatrics." --Journal of Family Practice* "This handy-to-carry-and-use paperback is invaluable as a ready source of comprehensive up-to-date geriatric clinical information...richly supplemented by an enormous number of helpful tables, figures, and references."* --American Family Physician . “All practicing physicians who care for older persons, medical students, residents, fellows, and the entire interdisciplinary team caring for older persons will derive benefit from this book.” --Four Stars from Doody* *reviews of previous editions The superb writing, a clear focus on the clinical issues, presentation of complex issues clearly and succinctly....just a few of the reasons why ESSENTIALS OF CLINICAL GERIATRICS is a favorite resource among health professionals caring for older patients. The practical, problem-oriented approach guides you systematically through the clinical implications of aging, and reviews evaluation, diagnosis, and management of clinical problems encountered in daily practice. Much has been added to this edition to keep you on the cutting edge of clinical geriatrics, including: *A brand new chapter on preventive care in clinical geriatrics *Expanded coverage of preoperative evaluation, cancer management, and end-of-life issues *Updated content on genetic aspects of geriatric care, pharmacology, hormone replacement therapy, and more You’ll appreciate the broad, readable coverage of pertinent issues and the highly accessible format of key diagnostic and therapeutic details. Superb tables conveniently summarize important information, and the handy Appendix provides a compendium of checklists for essential procedures in geriatric assessment.