| Description |
xvii, 716 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Contents |
I. Applied Gerontological Concepts -- 1. Understanding the Demographics of an Aging Population -- 2. Comparing and Contrasting the Theories of Aging -- 3. Comparing and Contrasting Age-Related Changes in Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, and Function -- 4. Describing Psychosocial Aspects of Aging -- 5. Pathological Manifestations of Aging -- 6. Assessment Instruments -- 7. Exploring Nutritional Needs -- 8. Pharmacology -- 9. Principles and Practice in Geriatric Rehabilitation -- 10. Patient Evaluation -- 11. Orthopedic Treatment Considerations -- II. Patient Care Concepts -- 12. Neurological Treatment Considerations -- 13. Cardiopulmonary and Cardiovascular Treatment -- 14. Integumentary Treatment Considerations -- 15. Establishing Community Based Screening Programs -- 16. Communication -- III. Administration and Management -- 17. Attitudes and Ethics in Gerontology -- 18. Education and the Older Adult: Learning, Memory, and Intelligence -- 19. Administration of Geriatric Services |
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20. Consultation -- 21. Scientific Inquiry and Research in Geriatric Therapy -- 22. Aging Network Resources |
| Notes |
Rev. ed. of: Geriatric physical therapy / Carole B. Lewis, Jennifer M. Bottomley. c1994 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Physical therapy for older people.
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Older people -- Rehabilitation.
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Physical Therapy Modalities.
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Aged.
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Aging.
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Geriatric Assessment.
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Rehabilitation.
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| Author |
Lewis, Carole Bernstein.
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Lewis, Carole Bernstein.
Geriatric physical therapy
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| LC no. |
2002002685 |
| ISBN |
083852284X |
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