A Comprehensive Guide to Rehabilitation of the Older Patient

<p>This book will help all health professionals involved in the rehabilitation of older people to provide their patients with the highest possible quality of life and autonomy. </p> <p>Expanded and rewritten by a diverse team of authors, the text is suitable for doctors in all specialties that see older patients, as well as nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, dietitians, speech and language therapists/pathologists, physician associates/assistants, healthcare assistants, and many others including patients, family members and students.</p> <p>The book is written in an accessible, no-jargon style and provides a patient-centred perspective on recent advances in the field of rehabilitation – an increasingly important aspect of care for older people.</p><ul> <li>Clear explanations of relevant concepts: ageing, frailty, comprehensive assessment, rehabilitation</li> <p> <li>Broad coverage of all aspects of rehabilitation including different settings</li> <p> <li>Explanations of input from multiple health professionals</li> <p> <li>Problem-based section that highlights solutions to common issues during rehabilitation</li> <p> <li>Specialty-specific areas of rehabilitation such as stroke rehabilitation, cancer rehabilitation, post-operative rehabilitation, trauma, rehabilitation in the community</li> <p> <li>Practical section explaining how to plan discharge safely, run a care planning meeting, organize home supports, continue rehabilitation at home</li> <p> <li>Evidence-based but accessible writing, complemented by practical clinical wisdom</li> </ul><li>Aimed at a broader audience – applicable to all health professionals who see older patients</li> <p> <li>Resources for patients and their caregivers</li> <p> <li>Multiple-choice questions to test knowledge</li>