Primary Care Geriatrics: A Case-Based Approach for Healthcare Professionals

As the population of older adults continues to grow, it’s essential for primary care providers to stay up-to-date on the latest clinical guidance and best practices in geriatric care. Written with first-line healthcare professionals in mind, Hams Primary Care Geriatrics: A Case-Based Approach, 7th Edition is a comprehensive and easy-to-read resource that provides practical clinical guidance on the unique needs of older adults.

A Unique Case-Based Approach to Learning

This highly regarded text uses a consistent format and an enjoyable writing style to present case studies that are ideal for learning, retention, and rapid recall. Each case study is thoroughly updated with current references, ensuring that healthcare professionals have access to the latest evidence-based medical guidelines and expert advice.

Interdisciplinary Perspectives for Comprehensive Care

Hams Primary Care Geriatrics features an interdisciplinary approach, providing team-oriented knowledge on the best diagnosis, treatment, and management strategies available to address the complex needs of older adults. This includes new and revised chapters on topics such as:

• Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Medicine in Older Adults
• Rehabilitation
• Infectious disease
• Urinary incontinence

Staying Current with Emerging Topics in Geriatric Care

In addition to its comprehensive coverage of core topics, this text provides up-to-date information on key issues such as:

• Opioid management and polypharmacy
• The geriatric emergency room
• Cultural humility in the care of older adults
• The five signs of problematic substance abuse

Learning Objectives and Assessment Tools

To support ongoing learning and professional development, each chapter includes key learning objectives and USMLE-style questions.

Product Details: Publisher: Elsevier; 7th edition (March 31, 2021); Language: English; Paperback: 592 pages; ISBN-10: 0323721680; ISBN-13: 978-0323721684