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.

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Bottomley, Jennifer M

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TextPublisher: Thorofare, New Jersey : SLACK Inc., [2010]Copyright date: �2010Description: 1 online resource (346 pages) : illustrations, mapContent type:

text

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computer

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online resource

ISBN:

9781617118074 (e-book)

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Electronic books.

Additional physical formats: Print version:: Geriatric rehabilitation : a textbook for the physical therapist assistant.DDC classification:

615.8/20846 22

LOC classification:

RC953.8.P58 B68 2010eb

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An electronic book accessible through the World Wide Web; click to view

Contents:

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.

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Electronic reproduction. Palo Alto, Calif. : ebrary, 2014. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ebrary affiliated libraries.

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