TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Chapter 3. Evaluating the Geriatric Patient A1 - Kane, Robert L. A1 - Ouslander, Joseph G. A1 - Abrass, Itamar B. A1 - Resnick, Barbara PY - 2013 T2 - Essentials of Clinical Geriatrics, 7e AB - Comprehensive evaluation of an older individual's health status is one of the most challenging aspects of clinical geriatrics. It requires sensitivity to the concerns of people, awareness of the many unique aspects of their medical problems, ability to interact effectively with a variety of health professionals, and often a great deal of patience. Most importantly, it requires a perspective different from that used in the evaluation of younger individuals. Not only are the a priori probabilities of diagnoses different, but one must be attuned to more subtle findings. Progress may be measured on a finer scale. Special tools are needed to ascertain relatively small improvements in chronic conditions and overall function compared with the more dramatic cures of acute illnesses often possible in younger patients. Creativity is essential to incorporate these tools efficiently in a busy clinical practice. SN - PB - The McGraw-Hill Companies CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/29 UR - accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=57730788 ER -