The undisputed leader on the subject of geriatrics—updated to reflect the most recent advances in the field
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The leading text on the subject of geriatrics, this comprehensive guide combines gerontology principles with clinical geriatrics, offering unmatched coverage of this area of medicine. Anchored in evidence-based medicine and patient-centered practice, Hazzard's Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology presents the most up-to-date, medical information available.
This updated eighth edition reflects the continued growth and increasing sophistication of geriatrics as a defined medical discipline. The book focuses on the implementation of key concepts and covers the foundation for geriatrics, as well as frequently encountered syndromes found in older adults. In addition, it provides valuable insights into the simultaneous management of multiple conditions, including psychological and social issues and their interactions, an intrinsic aspect of geriatric patient care.
Features:
A greater emphasize on the growing knowledge base for key topics in the field, including gerontology, geriatrics, geriatric conditions, and palliative medicine
NEW chapters on:
Social Determinants of Health, Health Disparities and Health Equity Age Friendly Care Geriatrics Around the World The Patient Perspective Substance Use and Disorders Applied Clinical Geroscience Managing the Care of Patients with Multiple Chronic Conditions UPDATED contributions from a respected and diverse team of geriatricians and subspecialists to reflect clinical breakthroughs and advances NEW: Extensive coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on vulnerable older adults Updated Learning Objectives and Key Clinical Points Hundreds of full-color images
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Doody's Core Title for 2022!
By:
Jeffrey Halter, Joseph Ouslander, Joseph Ouslander, Stephanie Studenski, Kevin High Imprint: McGraw-Hill Education Country of Publication: United States Edition: 8th edition Dimensions:
Height: 285mm,
Width: 226mm,
Spine: 64mm
Weight: 3.511kg ISBN:9781260464450 ISBN 10: 1260464458 Pages: 1824 Publication Date:09 June 2022 Audience:
College/higher education
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A / AS level
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Part I. Principles of Gerontology Part II. Principles of Geriatrics Section A: Assessment Section B: Organization of Care Section C: Special Management Issues Section D: Surgical Management Section E: Nutrition Section F: Sensory Function Section G: Gender and Sexuality Part III. Geriatric Syndromes Part IV. Palliative Medicine and Ethics Part V. Organ Systems and Diseases Section A: Neurology and Psychiatry Section B: Cardiovascular System Section C: Pulmonary Section D: Nephrology Section E: Gastroenterology Section F: Oncology Section G: Hematology Section H: Endocrinology and Metabolism Section I: Mobility and Rheumatology Section J: Infectious Diseases
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