An accessible, hands-on guide to the care of the older patient to steer the clinician safely through day-to-day geriatric practice
Provides a succinct, targeted approach with guidance on the ethical and clinical dilemmas common to geriatric practice
Includes 'Clinical vignettes' and 'How to' boxes providing practical advice on common problems
Takes a problem-based approach to assist the clinician in tackling scenarios where the diagnosis may not be clear
Filled with clear diagrams, facts boxes, flowcharts and tables for easy assimilation of essential information
New to this Edition:
Thoroughly revised for this new edition to include the most recent clinical guidance and advice
Updated with the latest advances in medicine, as well as changes in working practices and environments
Covers significant developments in the field including a new chapter on Frailty, Covid-19 and its impact, delirium screening, evolution of the Geriatrician's role, Deprivation of Liberty and Liberty Protection Safeguards, changing models of care and rapid assessment in the emergency ward
