Geriatric rehabilitation :
Bottomley, Jennifer M.
Geriatric rehabilitation : a textbook for the physical therapist assistant / Jennifer M. Bottomley ; PTA advisors, Peggy DeCelle Newman PT, MHR, Karen Ryan, PTA, Stacy Potvin, PTA. - 1 online resource (346 pages) : illustrations, map
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction to geriatric rehabilitation : principles of practice -- Theories of aging -- Age related changes in anatomy, physiology, and function -- Common pathological conditions in the elderly : impact on function and treatment approaches -- Psychosocial theories and considerations of aging -- Nutritional considerations with aging -- Drugs and function in the elderly -- Settings of care in geriatrics : the role of the physical therapist assistant -- Treatment rationale and design in geriatrics -- Interventions and treatment in the elderly -- Communication, education, and learning.
9781617118074 (e-book)
Physical therapy for older people.
Older people--Rehabilitation.
Electronic books.
RC953.8.P58 / B68 2010eb
615.8/20846
Geriatric rehabilitation : a textbook for the physical therapist assistant / Jennifer M. Bottomley ; PTA advisors, Peggy DeCelle Newman PT, MHR, Karen Ryan, PTA, Stacy Potvin, PTA. - 1 online resource (346 pages) : illustrations, map
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction to geriatric rehabilitation : principles of practice -- Theories of aging -- Age related changes in anatomy, physiology, and function -- Common pathological conditions in the elderly : impact on function and treatment approaches -- Psychosocial theories and considerations of aging -- Nutritional considerations with aging -- Drugs and function in the elderly -- Settings of care in geriatrics : the role of the physical therapist assistant -- Treatment rationale and design in geriatrics -- Interventions and treatment in the elderly -- Communication, education, and learning.
9781617118074 (e-book)
Physical therapy for older people.
Older people--Rehabilitation.
Electronic books.
RC953.8.P58 / B68 2010eb
615.8/20846