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✍🏼Community Paramedicine - Chapter 18 Geriatric Assessment and Care
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This textbook chapter provides a comprehensive guide for community paramedics on the specialized assessment and care of geriatric patients. It outlines the normal physiological changes associated with aging, ranging from reduced organ function to skeletal shifts, and emphasizes how these factors alter the presentation of common illnesses. Healthcare providers are instructed to evaluate a patient's functional abilities, home environment, and complex medication regimens to identify potential risks like polypharmacy or elder abuse. The text introduces specific diagnostic tools for monitoring cognitive decline, mobility, and mental health, such as the Mini-Cog test and the Geriatric Depression Scale. Furthermore, it details how to manage chronic conditions like hypertension and acute complaints involving respiratory or abdominal distress in the elderly. By focusing on the "Five I’s" of geriatrics, the source equips medical professionals with the necessary skills to navigate the unique clinical and social challenges of an aging population.
