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Gerontology for the health care professional / edited by Regula H. Robnett, Walter C. Chop. - Third edition. - xix, 420 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Demographic trends of an aging society -- Social gerontology -- The physiology and pathology of aging -- The cognitive and psychological changes associated with aging -- Functional performance in later life : basic sensory, perceptual, and physical changes associated with aging -- Geriatric pharmacotherapy -- Nutrition and aging -- An oral perspective on healthy aging and prevention for the older adult -- Sexuality and aging -- Living options and the continuum of care -- Policy and ethical issues for older adults -- Health literacy and clear health communication : teaching and writing so older adults understand -- Future concerns in an aging society.

ISBN: 9781284030525 (pbk) 1284030520 (pbk) 9781284038873 (paperback w/ online access) 1284038874 (paperback, w/ online access)

LCCN: 2013027708

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Older people--Health and hygiene.
Gerontology.
Aging.
Geriatrics.
Aged.
Aging--physiology.
Geriatric Assessment.

LC Class. No.: RA564.8 / .G468 2015

Dewey Class. No.: 618.97

National Library of Medicine Call No.: 2014 B-197 WT 100