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020			_a9781259860515
082			_a618.97 KAN-R
100			_aKane, Robert L.
245			_aEssentials of clinical geriatrics / _cRobert L. Kane and others
250			_a8th ed.
260			_aNew York _bMcGraw Hill _c2018
300			_a568 p.
365			_aINR _b6059.00.
500			_aThe leading introductory textbook on geriatrics – completely updated and revised Essentials of Clinical Geriatrics is an engagingly written, up-to-date introductory guide to the core topics in geriatric medicine. Since 1984, its goal has remained unchanged: to help clinicians do a better job of caring for their older patients. You will find thorough and authoritative coverage of all the important issues in geriatrics, along with concise, practical guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of the diseases and disorders most commonly encountered in an elderly patient. Presented in full-color, this classic features a strong focus on the field’s must-know concepts, from the nature of clinical aging to differential diagnosis of important geriatric syndromes to drug therapy and health services. The Eighth Edition has been completely revised to provide the most current updates on the assessment and management of geriatric care. FEATURES: • Numerous tables and figures that summarize conditions, values, mechanisms, therapeutics, and more • Thorough coverage of preventive services and disease screening • Eight chapters devoted to general management strategies • Important chapters on ethical issues and palliative care • Appendix of Internet resources on geriatrics Essentials of Clinical Geriatrics, Eighth Edition is the best resource available to help healthcare professionals provide the innovative, cost-effective, and person-centered care that older people and their caregivers deserve.
650			_aGeriatrics
650			_aOlder people--Health and hygiene
650			_aAging
650			_aOlder people
700			_aOuslander, Joseph G.
700			_aResnick, Barbara
700			_aMalone, Michael L.
999			_c79733 _d79733