Medical Care in the Nursing Home

Revised to include discussions of subacute care and managed care, this straightforward guide offers concise and specific recommendations regarding diagnostic and management strategies of the elderly patient. The book effectively shows how to improve the quality of care, and the critical steps to take in response to a variety of problems found in providing nursing home care, including diseases and disorders frequently encountered. Additionally, typical nursing home organization, procedures, and general management issues are examined along with the latest OSHA documentation guidelines.