A Concise and Easy-to-Read Overview of Diabetes Care in the Elderly
Care for the elderly is rapidly becoming a critical component of the healthcare profession. An aging population is creating new challenges for the healthcare industry and a new demand for healthcare professionals with specialized training and experience in the care of the elderly. Few aspects of caring for older patients are more important than diabetes, a condition characterized by unique challenges and clinical heterogeneity.
Care for the Elderly with Diabetes provides a concise and readable introduction to the fundamentals of this vital clinical practice. Building on the knowledge contained in the successful Diabetes in Aging textbook series, this book draws on the work of world-class experts in the field to provide a practical reference for students and early-career healthcare professionals. Anyone interested in the care of older patients with diabetes should find this book a clear and valuable resource.
Readers of Caring for the Elderly with Diabetes will also find:
One to two clinical questions per chapter with sample answers
Clear and easy-to-understand breakdown into background, key facts, and key aspects of management
At least 10 key references per chapter
Caring for the Elderly with Diabetes is ideal for medical and nursing students, junior doctors, senior nurses, and other members of the healthcare team.
