{"product_id":"geriatric-physical-therapy-hardcover","title":"Geriatric Physical Therapy - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAndrew A. Guccione\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eRita Wong\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eDale Avers\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeriatric Physical Therapy\u003c\/b\u003e offers a comprehensive presentation of geriatric physical therapy science and practice. Thoroughly revised and updated, editors Andrew Guccione\u003ci\u003e, \u003c\/i\u003e Rita Wong, and Dale Avers and their contributors provide current information on aging-related changes in function, the impact of these changes on patient examination and evaluation, and intervention approaches that maximize optimal aging. Chapters emphasize evidence-based content that clinicians can use throughout the patient management process. Six new chapters include: \u003ci\u003eExercise Prescription, Older Adults and Their Families, Impaired Joint Mobility, Impaired Motor Control, Home-based Service Delivery, \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eHospice and End of Life\u003c\/i\u003e. Clinically accurate and relevant while at the same time exploring theory and rationale for evidence-based practice, it's perfect for students and practicing clinicians. It's also an excellent study aid for the Geriatric Physical Therapy Specialization exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComprehensive coverage\u003c\/b\u003e provides all the foundational knowledge needed for effective management of geriatric disorders.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eContent is written and reviewed by leading experts in the field\u003c\/b\u003e to ensure information is authoritative, comprehensive, current, and clinically accurate.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA highly readable writing style and consistent organization\u003c\/b\u003e make it easy to understand difficult concepts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTables and boxes\u003c\/b\u003e organize and summarize important information and highlight key points for quick reference.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA well-referenced and scientific approach\u003c\/b\u003e provides the depth to understand processes and procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTheory mixed with real case examples\u003c\/b\u003e show how concepts apply to practice and help you enhance clinical decision-making skills.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStandard APTA terminology\u003c\/b\u003e familiarizes you with terms used in practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA new chapter, \u003ci\u003eExercise Prescription\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, highlights evidence-based exercise prescription and the role of physical activity and exercise on the aging process.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA new chapter, \u003ci\u003eOlder Adults and Their Families\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003c\/b\u003e helps physical therapists understand the role spouses\/partners and adult children can play in rehabilitation, from providing emotional support to assisting with exercise programs and other daily living activities.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNew chapters on \u003ci\u003eImpaired Joint Mobility, Impaired Motor Control, Home-based Service Delivery, \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eHospice and End of Life\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e expand coverage of established and emerging topics in physical therapy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncorporates two conceptual models\u003c\/b\u003e: the \u003ci\u003eGuide to Physical Therapist Practice, 2nd Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e and the \u003ci\u003eInternational Classification of Function, Disability, and Health (ICF) of the World Health Organization (WHO)\u003c\/i\u003e with an emphasis on enabling function and enhancing participation rather than concentrating on dysfunction and disability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA companion Evolve website\u003c\/b\u003e includes all references linked to MEDLINE as well as helpful links to other relevant websites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 624\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 x 11.1 x 8.7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 24, 2011\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47337381363961,"sku":"9780323029483","price":199.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/MDh2dW51VUFKTGtYTktiYlA5VWdnUT09.webp?v=1769679122","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/geriatric-physical-therapy-hardcover","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}