Publisher's Synopsis
The new, 3rd Edition of this popular clinical referencepreviously edited by Drs. Calkins, Ford & Katzpresents practical, state-of-the-art guidance on geriatric care and on issues affecting the aging population. It discusses elderly care in todays full range of settingsin the hospital, nursing home, out-patient office, and at home. The books many contributors were chosen for their specific training, interest, and expertise in geriatric clinical practice.