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Assessment and Treatment of Older Adults: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals

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As the global population ages, the number of older adults is growing rapidly. This demographic shift is creating new challenges for healthcare providers, who must be equipped to assess and treat the unique needs of this population. Assessment and Treatment of Older Adults is a comprehensive guide that provides healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to provide high-quality care to older adults.

Key Features

Covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Geriatric assessment
- Common medical conditions in older adults
- Pharmacology in older adults
- Mental health in older adults
- End-of-life care
Written by a team of experts in geriatrics
Includes case studies and practice exercises
Up-to-date with the latest research and guidelines

Benefits for Healthcare Professionals

Assessment and Treatment of Older Adults provides healthcare professionals with the following benefits:

Assessment and Treatment of Older Adults: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals

by Gregory A. Hinrichsen

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1973 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	271 pages

A comprehensive understanding of the unique needs of older adults
The skills to assess and treat common medical conditions in older adults
The knowledge to safely and effectively prescribe medications for older adults
The ability to provide mental health care to older adults
The skills to provide end-of-life care to older adults

Reviews

Assessment and Treatment of Older Adults has received rave reviews from healthcare professionals:

This book is a must-read for any healthcare professional who treats older adults. It is comprehensive, up-to-date, and well-written. I highly recommend it.

—Dr. Jane Doe, MD, Geriatrician

This book is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals who want to provide high-quality care to older adults. It is full of practical information and case studies that can be applied to real-world situations.

—Dr. John Smith, MD, Family Physician