Author : Somchai Amornyotin
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 183962308X
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (396 download)
Book Synopsis Update in Geriatrics by : Somchai Amornyotin
Download or read book Update in Geriatrics written by Somchai Amornyotin and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2021-04-14 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geriatric is a topic of great interest in medicine and among the general public. Population aging is an inevitable and irreversible demographic reality that is associated with welcome improvements in health care. The increase in life expectancy has led the very old to become the fastest-growing segment. The geriatric population experiences significant alterations of numerous organ systems as a result of the aging process. Normally, functional reserve and organ functions are declined in geriatric patients. The care of geriatric patients can be complex and will be a growing task. A balance between physiological and psychological alterations is required in these patients. Geriatric patients also have several co-morbidities including hypertension, cardiac disease, diabetes, cerebrovascular disease, and renal dysfunction.