| Description |
xx, 420 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
Demographic trends of an aging society -- Social gerontology -- The physiology and pathology of aging -- The cognitive and psychological changes associated with aging -- Functional performance in later life : basic sensory, perceptual, and physical changes associated with aging -- Geriatric pharmacotherapy -- Nutrition and aging -- Sexuality and aging -- Living options and the continuum of care -- Legal and financial issues related to health care for older people -- Health care providers working with older adults -- Future concerns in an aging society -- The last word : health literacy and clear health communication |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Older people -- Health and hygiene.
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Gerontology.
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Aging.
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Geriatrics.
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Aged.
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Aging -- physiology.
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| Author |
Robnett, Regula H.
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Chop, Walter C.
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| LC no. |
2009008728 |
| ISBN |
9780763756055 paperback alkaline paper |
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0763756059 paperback alkaline paper |
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