Geriatric Problems in General Practice

by Wilcock, G. K.; Gray, J. A. M.; Longmore, J. M.

• ISBN13: 9780192617903
• ISBN10: 0192617907
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1991-12-12
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
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Summary

In this second edition, many new chapters have been added to address the evolving health care concerns of elderly persons. These chapters examine the objectives of geriatric medicine and its ethical dilemmas; the aging mind and its effects on family members and physicians; and the organization of effective geriatric health care services. The book continues to provide a comprehensive reference for all those who see, treat and support the elderly in their home.

Table of Contents

A Philosophy of Geriatric Medicine in General Practice

The Challenge for General Practice

Setting Objectives

Thinking About the Problems of Old Age

Some Ethical Issues in Geriatric Medicine

Entering the Minds of Elderly People by the Back Door

Clinical Geriatric Medicine

Acute Illness: Repertoire of strategies

Common Diseases and Conditions of the Elderly

Prescribing for the Elderly

Dying at Home

Management Issues and Prevention

The Scope for Prevention

Organizational Ideas from Our Own and Other Practices

How Can Your Local Geriatric Hospital Help?

Helping Older People to Live at Home

Adaptations to the Home

Appendices

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