Geriatric Rehabilitation: A Clinical Approach

by Jennifer M. Bottomley

The authors aim is to answer many perplexing issues in the exciting care of older persons . This new edition emphasizes a balance of theory, clinical application of knowledge, and clinical skills in caring for the older adult population, and focuses on the practical components for their comprehensive rehabilitation. This book addresses and incorporates aspects of prevention, fitness, and wellness into the rehabilitative model of care for elders with and without pathological conditions. MARKET: For physical and occupational therapists, rehabilitation nurses, physiatrists, gerontological physicians and nurse specialists, administrators, nutritionists, and community care organizers and educators Includes CD-ROM

517 pages, Hardcover

First published June 28, 2002