This pocket-sized, portable, practical and comprehensive clinical guide is an essential tool in evaluating and managing the diseases and disorders that most commonly affect older persons. It is an excellent tool for all practicing clinicians, including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, physician assistants, and pharmacists, as well as professionals-in-training in all of these disciplines. Geriatrics At Your Fingertips includes: - A variety of assessment instruments and algorithms - Recommended diagnostic tests - Numerous drug tables including appropriate prescribing in older adults - A comprehensive index - A Ready Reference on the back cover to the most commonly used entries - Frequently used telephone numbers and Web sites -- available online as well. |
