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AAOS. See American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Abandonment, 88t
Abdominal aortic aneurysm, 66t, 67
Abdominal ultrasonography, 66t, 67
ABI. See Ankle-brachial index
Abstinence from alcohol, 298
Abuse. See Elder mistreatment
Acarbose (Precose), 387t
ACC. See American College of Cardiology
Acculturation of ethnic elders, 53
ACE. See Acute Care for Elders
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
for delirium, 244
for osteoarthritis, 437
for persistent pain, 143t, 145
ACOG. See American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), 341
Acral lentiginous melanoma, 318, 318f
Actinic cheilitis, 317
Actinic keratoses, 317, 317f
Activities of daily living (ADLs), 46, 46t
Barthel ADL Index, 113
instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), 4–5, 6f
self-reported limitations of Medicare beneficiaries, 4–5, 6f
Actos (pioglitazone), 387t
Acute anticoagulation, 492–493
Acute care, 122. See also Hospital care
Acute Care for Elders (ACE), 97
Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation (APACHE III), 28
Acyclovir, 315
Adalimumab, 442
Adaptive behavioral difficulties in mental retardation, 305
Adaptive methods for rehabilitation, 117, 118–119
Addiction, 146
alcohol abuse, 298–304
alcoholism, 66t, 67, 185, 186t
chronic hypnotic use, 257–258
drug abuse, 298–304
drug dependence, 251, 298
opioid, 146
substance abuse, 298–299, 302–303
Addressing the health provider, 52
Addressing the patient, 51
Adenoma, functional adrenocortical, 377, 377t
ADEs. See Adverse drug events
Adhesive capsulitis, 434
ADLs. See Activities of daily living
Adrenal androgens, 377–378
Adrenal cortex disorders, 376–378
Adrenal incidentaloma, 377, 377t
Adrenal neoplasms, 377
-Adrenergic agonists
adverse effects of, 152, 152t
and incontinence, 185t
-Adrenergic agonists, 328t
-Adrenergic antagonists or -blockers
for benign prostatic hyperplasia, 424, 424t, 425
for hypertension, 365
and incontinence, 185t
-Adrenergic antagonists. See -Blockers
Adrenocortical adenoma, functional, 377t
Adrenocorticotropic hormone stimulation test, 377
Adult day care, 129
Adult foster care, 132
Adult Protective Services (APS), 90
Advance care plans, 25, 180, 227. See also Advance directives
Advance directives, 29. See also Advance care plans
assessment of, 48
attitudes toward, 55
Adverse drug events, 76
definition of, 76
risk factors for, 76, 76t
upper gastrointestinal, 393, 393t
AEDs. See Antiepileptic drugs
Aerobic activity recommendations, 59, 60
Affective disorders
and incontinence, 185, 186t
and mental retardation, 305
Age-related changes, 174–175
in auditory system, 155–156
in body composition, 174
bone remodeling and bone loss, 210–211
in calcium homeostasis, 373, 375t
cardiovascular, 345t
cellular, 11
in eating, 181
in energy requirements, 174
in female sexuality, 416
in fibroblast gene expression or cell senescence, or both, 12–13, 13t
in fluid needs, 175
in gene expression, 12
in immune function, 332, 333t
in macronutrient needs, 174–175
in male sexuality, 418
in micronutrient requirements, 175
in oral tissues, 319–320, 320t
in pharmacodynamics, 74–75
in pharmacokinetics, 72–74
potentially resulting in urinary incontinence, 185, 186t
pulmonary, 326
risk factors for, 187
in salivary function, 322–323
in sleep, 249–250
in swallowing, 181
in teeth, 319–320, 320t
Age-related hyporeninemic hypoaldosteronism, 376
Age-related macular degeneration, 150–151, 150f
rehabilitation for, 154
Agency for Health Care Policy and Research approach to smoking cessation, 328
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
guidelines for preventing pressure ulcers, 260, 261
guidelines for treatment of pressure ulcers, 262, 266
Aggression
in dementia, 237
intermittent, 237–238
Aging, 309
biology of, 8–16
characteristics of, 8–9
demography of, 1–8
resources, 504–508
theories of, 9–10, 9t
Agitated delirium, 246, 246t
Agitation
in dementia, 231, 232, 283, 284t
intermittent, 237–238
Agoraphobia, 284t
AGS. See American Geriatrics Society
AHA. See American Heart Association
AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome), 341
Albumin levels, 176, 333
Albuterol, 328t
Albuterol-ipratropium, 328t
Alcohol
at-risk drinking, 300
benefits of consumption of, 300
and delirium, 245t
heavy drinking, 299
and incontinence, 185, 185t, 186t
low-risk or moderate use of, 299
nutrient interactions, 177t
Alcohol abuse, 298–304
brief interventions for, 303
clinical settings, 300
cultural and demographic factors, 300
heavy drinking, 299
magnitude of the problem, 299–300
pharmacotherapy for, 303
and sleep problems, 251
treatment of, 302–303
Alcohol-related dementia, 301
Alcoholics Anonymous, 302
Alcoholics Victorious, 302
Alcoholism
and incontinence, 185, 186t
Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (MAST), 301
recommended preventive services for, 66t
screening for, 66t, 67
Aldosterone antagonists, 353
Aldosteronism, primary, 377t
Alendronate, 215, 216t
ALFs. See Assisted living facilities
Allergic conjunctivitis, 153
-Adrenergic agonists
adverse effects of, 152, 152t
and incontinence, 185t
-Adrenergic antagonists or -blockers
for benign prostatic hyperplasia, 424, 424t, 425
for hypertension, 365
and incontinence, 185t
Alprazolam, 245t
Alprostadil, 420, 421–422, 421t
Alteplase, 461
Altered mental status. See Delirium
Alternative medicine, 80–86
Alzheimer's disease
behavioral problems in, 233
deaths due to, 5, 6t
dementia associated with, 83, 224, 224t, 233
diagnostic features of, 224t
differential diagnosis of, 224
general progression of, 226t
genetic testing and, 29
pharmacologic treatment of, 228–229
protective factors for, 222t
risk factors for, 222t
AMA. See American Medical Association
Amantadine, 245t, 464
Ambulance services, 34t
Ambulatory electrocardiographic monitoring, 171
American Academy of Family Physicians
joint guidelines, 95–96
Nutrition Screening Initiative, 177
recommendations for management of AF, 356–357
American Academy of Neurology recommendations for physical activity, 58t
American Academy of Ophthalmology recommendations for comprehensive eye examinations, 149
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
recommendations for antibiotic prophylaxis, 340
recommendations for physical activity, 58t
American Cancer Society recommendations for prostate cancer screening, 426
American College of Cardiology (ACC)
guidelines for coronary revascularization in treatment of unstable angina or non-Q-wave myocardial
infarction, 347, 348t
guidelines for diagnosing CAD, 346
guidelines for perioperative cardiovascular evaluation for noncardiac surgery, 100
indications for automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, 356t
indications for early invasive treatment of unstable angina or non-Q-wave myocardial infarction, 348t
indications for permanent pacemaker implantation in bradyarrhythmias, 358t
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) classification of pelvic organ prolapse, 413, 413t
American College of Physicians
joint guidelines, 95–96
recommendations for management of AF, 356–357
recommendations for prostate cancer screening, 426
American College of Rheumatology
diagnostic criteria for fibromyalgia, 432–433
diagnostic criteria for giant cell arteritis, 439
diagnostic criteria for osteoarthritis, 436t
diagnostic criteria for systemic lupus erythematosus, 442
recommendations for treating osteoarthritis, 437
American College of Sports Medicine recommendations for physical activity, 58t, 62
American Dental Association recommendations for antibiotic prophylaxis, 340
American Diabetes Association
diagnostic criteria for diabetes mellitus, 383
recommendations for physical activity, 58t
American Dietetic Association, 177
American Geriatrics Society (AGS)
assisted living facilities position statement, 494–495
guidelines for prevention of falls recommendations, 497–498
guidelines for research using cognitively impaired persons as subjects, 26, 26t
recommendations for physical activity, 58t
recommendations for treating osteoarthritis, 437
Web site resources, 503
American Heart Association (AHA)
guidelines for coronary revascularization in treatment of unstable angina or non-Q-wave myocardial
infarction, 347, 348t
guidelines for diagnosing CAD, 346
guidelines for perioperative cardiovascular evaluation for noncardiac surgery, 100
guidelines for prophylactic antibiotics to prevent bacterial endocarditis, 354, 355
indications for automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, 356t
indications for early invasive treatment of unstable angina or non-Q-wave myocardial infarction, 348t
indications for permanent pacemaker implantation in bradyarrhythmias, 358t
recommendations for driving after syncope, 173
recommendations for endocarditis prophylaxis, 340
recommendations for physical activity, 58t
Web site, 102
American Medical Association (AMA)
recommendations for fair process, 331
Web site, 90
American Medical Directors Association, 123
American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification of physical status, 100, 100t
American Urogynecologic Association classification of pelvic organ prolapse, 413
American Urological Association recommendations for prostate cancer screening, 426
Amiodarone, 357
Amitriptyline, 245t
Amputation
for circulatory system disorders, 38t
rehabilitation for, 117
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, 468
Anakinra, 442
Analgesia. See also Pain management; Palliative care
and incontinence, 185t
narcotic, 185t
Androgen ablation, complete, 429
Androgens
adrenal, 377–378
in men, 212
Anemia, 471–476
causes of, 472t
of chronic disease, 473
diagnosis of, 474f
hemolytic, 472t, 473, 476
hypoproliferative, 472t, 473–475
macrocytic, 475
physiologic classification of, 472t
presentation of, 472
work-up of, 472–473
Aneurysm, aortic abdominal, 66t, 67
Aneurysms and dissections, 358–359
Angina pectoris
screening for, 69t
stable, 347
unstable, 347, 348t
Angiodysplasia, 397
colonic, 397–398
Angioplasty, percutaneous transluminal coronary, 349
Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors
drug interactions, 77t
for heart failure, 352
for hypertension, 364
and incontinence, 185t
Angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonists, 352–353
Angiotensin-receptor blockers, 364
Anhedonia, 269
Ankle-brachial index (ABI), 359
Anorexia, 137
Anserine bursitis, 435
Antacids, 177t
Anthropometrics, 175
Antiarrhythmics
drug interactions, 77t
and incontinence, 185t
Antibiotic therapy
guidelines for prophylactic antibiotics to prevent bacterial endocarditis, 354, 355
for infections, 334, 335t
minimum criteria for initiation in long-term care settings, 334, 335t
nutrient interactions, 177t
for prostatitis, 429
recommendations for antibiotic prophylaxis, 340
Anticholinergics, 185t, 245t
Anticoagulation, 491–493
acute, 492–493
for atrial fibrillation, 357
for deep-vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism prophylaxis and treatment, 492t–493t
for heart failure, 352
indications for, 491t
for total hip and knee arthroplasty, 116
Anticonvulsants. See also specific agents
and delirium, 245t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 277–279, 278t
for persistent pain management, 143t
Antidepressants. See also specific agents
for anxiety disorders, 283–284
choice of, 273–276
and delirium, 245t
for dementia, 229
for depression, 275–276, 276t
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 234, 235t
drug interactions, 77t
and incontinence, 185t
for insomnia, 257t
sedating, 257t
tricyclic, 143t, 147, 235t, 274, 275t
Antidiarrheals, 185t
Antidiuretic hormone, inappropriate secretion of, 376
Antiepileptic drugs, 467, 468t
Antihistamines
for anxiety disorders, 284
and delirium, 245t
and incontinence, 185t
Antimuscarinics, 190t
Antioxidants, 69t, 228
Antiparkinsonians, 185t, 245t
Antiplatelet therapy, 459–460
Antipsychotics. See also specific agents
for anxiety disorders, 284, 284t
atypical, 229, 245t, 284, 284t
and delirium, 245t
for dementia, 229
dosing and side effects, 287–288, 288t
drug interactions, 77t
and incontinence, 185t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 278t, 279
for psychosis in dementia, 236–237, 236t
Antisocial personality disorder
features of, 291, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Antispasmodics, 185t
Anxiety disorders, 281–285
classes of, 281–283
comorbidity, 283
in dementia, 283, 284t
generalized anxiety disorder, 283, 284t
and incontinence, 185, 186t
and medical disorders, 283
mixed anxiety and depression, 283, 284t
panic disorder, 281–282, 284t
pharmacologic management of, 283–284
psychologic management of, 284–285
treatment strategies for, 284t
types of, 281, 281t
Aortic regurgitation, 355
Aortic stenosis, valvular, 354–355
APACHE III (Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation), 28
Apathetic thyrotoxicosis, 371
Apnea, sleep, 251–252, 329
APOE gene, 222
Appetite stimulants, 179
APS. See Adult Protective Services
Arch pain, 453
Argatroban, 493t
Aripiprazole, 236–237, 236t
Arixtra (fondaparinux), 492t
Arrhythmias, cardiac, 171, 356–358
Arterial disease
peripheral, 358–360
vertebrobasilar, 460
Arterial ulcers, 311–312, 312t
Arteriosclerotic parkinsonism, 197
Arteriovascular disease, 185, 186t
Arteriovenous malformation, 397
Arthritis
activity recommendations for, 58t
CAM use for, 81–82
diagnostic criteria for, 436t, 440t
exercise treatment of, 431
of foot, 457
osteoarthritis, 436–437
prevalence of symptoms, 4, 4f
rheumatoid, 440–443
Arthroplasty, total hip and knee, 116–117
ASA. See American Society of Anesthesiologists
Asian Americans
burning mouth syndrome in, 324
CAM use by, 81
cancer incidence, 481, 481t
intracerebral hemorrhage in, 460
nursing-home population, 120
Aspiration, 182
Aspiration pneumonia, 182
Aspirin therapy
for acute MI, 347–348
antithrombotic, 478
for occlusive peripheral vascular disease, 359
preventive, 66t, 69t, 70, 347, 459–460
for stable angina pectoris, 347
for stroke prevention, 459–460
for unstable angina pectoris or non-Q-wave MI, 347
Assessment, 45–50. See also Screening
of amputation, 117
of back pain, 447–449, 448t
cognitive, 47–48
Competency Assessment Test, 24
comprehensive geriatric, 49, 113
in home care, 126–127
of lower back pain, 448t
MacArthur Competency Assessment Tool—Treatment, 24
of neck pain, 450
nutrition, 175–177
of older drivers, 49
Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS), 110, 125
of pain in cognitively impaired persons, 142
of persistent pain, 140–141
physical, 46–47
preoperative, 100–103
of pressure ulcers, 262–264
psychological, 48
rapid screening followed by, 45–46, 45t
social, 48
of stroke severity, 114
of total hip and knee arthroplasty, 116
Assisted living facilities, 3, 131–132
AGS position statement, 494–495
prevention of falls in, 497
Assistive devices
for listening, 159, 161t
for prevention of falls, 498
in rehabilitation, 117–119
Asthma, 327
Asthmatic COPD, 329
At-risk drinking, 300
At-risk drug use
brief interventions for, 303
definition of, 298
Atherosclerosis
in diabetes mellitus, 385–386
prevention and management of, 385–386
preventive activities for, 69t
Atorvastatin, 351t
Atrial fibrillation, 356–357
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 95–96
indications for anticoagulation in absence of active bleeding or severe bleeding risk, 491t
interventions for, 92t
recommendations for management of, 356–357
Atrophy
multiple system, 464–465
urogenital, 411, 412f
vulvovaginal, 411, 412f
Attention tests, 240, 241t
AudioScope, 47
Auditory system changes, 155–156
Automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillators
ACC/AHA indications for, 356t
for ventricular arrhythmias, 356
Autonomy, 29
Avandamet (rosiglitazone and metformin), 388t
Avandia (rosiglitazone), 387t
Aventyl (nortriptyline), 143t, 275t
Avoidant personality disorder
features of, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Axillary lymphadenectomy, 486
Azathioprine, 444
B
B-type natriuretic peptide, 352
Back pain, 445
assessment of, 447–449, 448t
CAM treatment for, 82
causes of, 445–447, 445t
history, 447
laboratory tests and imaging, 448–449
management of, 449
physical examination of, 447–448, 448t
Baclofen (Lioresal), 143t
Bacteremia, 335
Bacterial endocarditis, 354, 355
Bacterial meningitis, 341
Bacteruria, asymptomatic, 337–338
Baker cyst, 435–436
Balance assessment, 47
Balance training, 59, 61–62
Balanced Budget Act of 1997 (BBA 97), 40–41, 121, 125
Balanced Budget Revision Act of 1999, 42
Barbiturates, 245t
Barthel ADL Index, 113
Basal cell carcinoma, 317–318, 318f
Beclomethasone, 328t
Bedsores. See Pressure ulcers
Behavioral interventions. See also Cognitive behavioral therapy
for dementia care, 233–234, 233t
for insomnia, 237, 237t
programs for prevention of falls, 498
for urinary incontinence, 188t, 190–191, 190t, 191t, 499–500
Behavioral problems
adaptive difficulties, 305
assessment of, 232–233
basic approach to treatment of, 233–234
clinical features of, 231–232
in dementia, 231–238, 235t
differential diagnosis of, 232–233
disorders in aging adults with mental retardation, 305–306
drugs to treat depressive features of, 234–235, 235t
with manic features, 234–235, 235t
manic-like syndromes, 234–235, 235t
Bell's palsy, 342
Benign cutaneous growths, 316–317
Benign positional vertigo, 163
Epley's maneuver for, 163, 164f
management of, 166
Benign prostatic hyperplasia, 423–425
CAM treatments for, 84
diagnosis of, 423–424
epidemiology of, 423
lower urinary tract symptoms of, 423
management options for, 424, 424t
medical treatment of, 424–425
Benzodiazepines, 276
for anxiety disorders, 284
chronic use of, 257
and delirium, 245t
drug interactions, 77t
for insomnia, 257t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 278t
Benztropine, 245t
Bereavement, 18
assessment of, 48
differential diagnosis of, 271
and sleep problems, 251
therapy for, 272, 272t
-Blockers
for acute MI, 348
adverse effects of, 152, 152t
for anxiety disorders, 284t
for heart failure, 353
for hypertension, 365
after myocardial infarction, 348–349
perioperative, 100
for stable angina pectoris, 347
for unstable angina pectoris and non-Q-wave myocardial infarction, 348
for ventricular arrhythmias, 356
Betamethasone, 439
Biceps tendinitis, 433
Biguanides, 386, 387t
Biliary disease, 393–394
Bioavailability, 72
Biofeedback for urinary incontinence, 191t
Biologic therapy
for cancer, 484
safety of agents, 85
Biology
of aging, 8–16
of cancer, 480–481
Biopsy, kidney, 403–404
Biotin, 175t
Biphosphate emollient enema (Fleet), 105t
Bipolar disorder
clinical presentation and diagnosis of, 270
management of, 277–279
Bisacodyl (Dulcolax), 105t
Bisphosphonates
instructions for administration of, 216t
for osteoporosis prevention and treatment, 215–216, 216t
Black Americans
CAM use by, 81
cancer diagnosis and survival, 481, 481t
cancer incidence in, 481, 481t
hypertension in, 361
intracerebral hemorrhage in, 460
leading causes of death for, 5, 6t
life expectancy of, 1, 2t
multiple myeloma in, 487
nursing-home population, 120
oral cancer in, 323
perceived health of Medicare beneficiaries, 4, 5t
poverty rates in, 2
prostate cancer in, 425
self-reported functional limitations of Medicare beneficiaries, 4–5, 6f
social status and health of, 18–19
Bladder cancer
racial differences in diagnosis and survival, 481, 481t
screening for, 71t
Bladder diary, 189, 191
Bladder outlet obstruction, 187, 193
Bladder training, 190, 190t, 191t, 499
Bladder urge control procedures, 500
Bleeding
And anticoagulation, 491t
gastrointestinal, 397
postmenopausal vaginal, 414–415, 414t
upper gastrointestinal, 112t
Bleeding diatheses, 477
Blood chemistry panels, annual, 71t
Blood pressure. See also Hypertension; Hypotension
CAM use for, 82–83
classification of, 361–362, 362t
screening, 66t
Body composition changes, 174
Body mass index, 47, 65, 175, 175t
Body size classification, 175, 175t
Bone, Paget's disease of, 375–376
Bone formation changes, 212
Bone infections, 341
Bone loss, 210–211. See also Osteomalacia; Osteoporosis
Bone mineral density testing, 66t, 67, 213–214
indications for, 213t
Bone remodeling, 210–211, 214
Bone resources, 511
Borderline personality disorder
features of, 291, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Brachytherapy, 428, 428t
Braden Scale, 260
Bradyarrhythmias, 357–358
Bradykinesia, 463
Brain disease, structural, 271
Brain imaging, 223
Breast cancer, 485–486
adjuvant hormonal treatment of, 486
biologic therapy for, 484
CAM treatment for, 84
characteristics of, 480–481
ethnic and racial differences in incidence, 481, 481t
hormonal therapy for, 484t
metastatic, 486
racial differences in diagnosis and survival, 481, 481t
recommended preventive services for, 66t
screening for, 67
Breathing, sleep-disordered, 251–252, 329
Breathing disorders resources, 511–512
Breathlessness, 138
British Geriatrics Society recommendations for physical activity, 58t
Bromocriptine, 464
Budesonide, 328t
Bullous pemphigoid, 312–313, 313f
Bunions, 452t
Bupropion (Wellbutrin SR), 235t, 275, 276t
Burning mouth syndrome, 324
Burns, 66t
Bursitis, anserine, 435
Buspirone, 284
Bypass surgery
coronary artery, 100, 349
lower extremity, 360
C
Cachexia, 137
CAGE Questionnaire, 301, 301t
Calcaneal spur, 452t
Calcitonin, 216t, 217
Calcium, 179
counseling for intake of, 66t
deficiency of, 211
disorders of metabolism of, 373–376
drug interactions, 177t
foods containing, 215t
homeostasis alterations, 373, 375t
for osteoporosis prevention and treatment, 214
RDAs for persons aged 71 and older, 175t
Calcium channel blockers
drug interactions, 77t
for heart failure, 354
for hypertension, 364–365
and incontinence, 185t
Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals, 438–439
Caloric restriction theory of aging, 9t, 10, 15
CAM. See Complementary and alternative medicine; Confusion Assessment Method
Canadian Task Force on the Periodic Health Examination recommendations for prostate cancer
screening, 426
Cancer, 479–488
biologic therapy for, 484
biology of, 480–481
bladder cancer, 71t, 481, 481t
breast cancer, 66t, 67, 84, 480–481, 481t, 484, 484t, 485–486
CAM use for, 84–85
cervical, 66t, 67
characteristics of, 480–481
chemotherapy for, 483–484, 483t
colon cancer, 69t, 398–399, 481, 481t, 486
colorectal cancer, 66t, 67–68, 398–399
endometrial cancer, 481, 481t, 484t
esophageal cancer, 392
ethnic and racial differences in incidence, 481, 481t
hematologic, 487–488
hormonal therapy for, 483–484, 484t
lip cancer, 323
lung cancer, 71t, 85, 481, 481t, 486
management principles, 481–485, 488
multiple myeloma, 212t, 487–488
oral cancer, 66t, 323, 324
ovarian cancer screening, 71t
pancreatic cancer screening, 71t
prevalence of, 4, 4f, 480
preventive activities for, 69t
prostate cancer, 69t, 70, 84–85, 425–429, 481, 481t, 484t
quality-of-life issues, 485
racial differences in diagnosis and survival, 481, 481t
radiation therapy for, 484–485
recommended preventive services for, 66t
resources, 509
screening for, 69–70, 69t, 71t, 482–483
skin cancers, 69–70, 69t, 317–319
surgery for, 485
thyroid cancer, 373
Candidiasis, 315
oral, 324
Canes, 117–118
Capacity to Consent to Treatment Instrument, 24
Capitation structures, 31
Program of All-inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE), 130
Carbamazepine (Tegretol, Epitol)
for behavioral disturbances in dementia with manic features, 235, 235t
for epilepsy, 468t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 277–279, 278t
for persistent pain, 147
for persistent pain management, 143t
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, 152, 152t
Cardiac arrhythmias, 171t, 356–357
Cardiac care, preoperative, 100, 101f
Cardiovascular disease, 344–361
activity recommendations for, 58t
associated with incontinence, 185, 186t
CAM treatment for, 82–83
deaths due to, 5, 6t
indications for anticoagulation in absence of active bleeding or severe bleeding risk, 491t
ischemic heart disease, 345–349
occlusive peripheral vascular disease, 359–360
peripheral vascular disease, 457
prevalence of, 4, 4f
resources, 511
risk factors in older diabetic patients, 385, 385t
valvular heart disease, 354–356
Cardiovascular system
ACC/AHA Guideline for Perioperative Cardiovascular Evaluation for Noncardiac Surgery, 100
age-related changes that affect, 345t
postoperative management of problems, 103–104
preoperative assessment and management of, 100–102
Caregivers
assessment of, 48
communication with, 227
resources for, 506, 507, 508
support for, 128
Caregiving, 18
risk factors for inadequate or abusive caregiving, 86–87, 87t
Carotid sinus hypersensitivity, 173
Carpal tunnel syndrome, 434–435
Cataract, 149–150
Cathepsin C, 13
Catheters, urethral, 193–194
CCRCs. See Continuing-care retirement communities
Celecoxib, 441
Celexa (citalopram), 274t
Cell cycle control proteins, 12–13, 13t
Cell death, 14–15
Cell senescence, 12–13, 13t
Cellular defense mechanisms, 13–14
Cellulitis, 38t
Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), 31, 121. See also Health Care Financing
Administration
Cephulac (lactulose), 105t
Cerebral insufficiency, 228–229
Cerebrovascular disease, 38t, 459–461
deaths due to, 5, 6t
and incontinence, 185, 186t
prevalence of, 4, 4f
prevention of, 66t, 69t
rehabilitation for, 113–115
Cervical cancer, 66t, 67
CGA. See Comprehensive geriatric assessment
Charles Bonnet syndrome, 289
Chemoprophylaxis of MI, TIA, or stroke, 66t, 69t,, 70
Chemoreceptor trigger zone, 146
Chemosensory perception, 324
Chemotherapy in geriatric oncology, 483, 483t
Cherry angiomas, 316–317
Chest radiography, annual, 71t
Chloral hydrate, 245t
Chlordiazepoxide, 245t
Cholesterol level, 176. See also Dyslipidemia
activity recommendations for, 58t
LDL goals, 345, 385–386
Choline, 175t
Choline magnesium trisalicylate (Tricosal, Trilisate), 143t
Cholinesterase inhibitors, 228, 229
Chondrocalcinosis, 438–439
Chondroitin sulfate, 437
Chorea, 465–466
Choroidal neovascularization, 150f
Chromosomal alterations theory of aging, 9t, 10
Chronic deep venous insufficiency, 360
Chronic lower respiratory disease, 6t
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia, 487
Chronic myeloproliferative disorders, 478–479
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 38t, 328–329
asthmatic, 329
preoperative assessment and management of, 102
prevalence of, 4, 4f
recommended preventive services for, 66t
Chronic renal insufficiency, 404
Chronic subdural hematoma, 461
Chronic vestibulopathy, 163
Circulatory system disorders
with acute myocardial infarction, 38t
age-related changes, 345t
amputation for, 38t
resources, 511
Circumduction, 196t, 198t
Citalopram (Celexa), 235t, 274t
Citroma (magnesium citrate), 105t
Citrucel (methylcellulose), 105t
Clavus, 456
Claw toe, 451
Clock-drawing test, 47–48
Clonal senescence, 11
Clonazepam (Klonopin), 143t, 278t
Clopidogrel
for acute MI, 348
for atherosclerotic stroke prevention, 460
for occlusive peripheral vascular disease, 359
Clostridium difficile infection, 398
Clotting factor deficiencies, 477–478
Clozapine
and delirium, 245t
dosing and side effects, 288t
for Parkinson's disease and hallucinations, 289
for psychosis in dementia, 236–237, 236t
CMS. See Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Coagulation, 477–478. See also Anticoagulation
Cochlear implants, 162
Cock-up toe, 451
Cockroft and Gault equation, 74, 103, 403
Coenzyme A reductase inhibitors, 218
Coenzyme Q10, 82t, 83
Cognitive assessment, 47–48
in dementia, 223
Mini-Cog Assessment Instrument for Dementia, 48, 223
Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), 24, 47, 223, 240, 241t
rapid screening, 45–46, 45t
Cognitive behavioral therapy. See also Behavioral interventions
for anxiety disorders, 284t
for depression, 272, 272t
to improve sleep, 255, 255t
Cognitive enhancement, 225
Cognitive enhancers, 228–229
Cognitive impairment. See also Delirium; Dementia
AGS guidelines for research using cognitively impaired persons as subjects, 26, 26t
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 94–95
interventions for, 92t
mild, 223–224, 224t
pain assessment and treatment in persons with, 142
pain behavior in persons with, 142, 142t
postoperative decline, 106
resources, 512
treatment for urge incontinence in persons with, 191
Cognitive restructuring, 285
Cogwheel phenomenon, 463
Colace (docusate), 105t
Colchicine, 177t, 439
Colesevelam, 351t
Colitis, pseudomembranous, 398
Colon cancer, 398–399, 486
ethnic and racial differences in incidence, 481, 481t
preventive activities for, 69t
racial differences in diagnosis and survival, 481, 481t
Colon disorders, 394–399
Colonic angiodysplasia, 397–398
Colonic ischemia, 398
Colonic polyps, 398–399
Colonic pseudo-obstruction, acute, 398
Colonoscopy, 66t, 67
Colorectal cancer, 398–399
screening for, 66t, 67–68
Common bile duct stones, 393–394
Communication
addressing the health provider, 52
addressing the patient, 51
of bad news, 135
with family and caregivers, 227
patient-clinician, 46
respectful nonverbal communication, 52
strategies to enhance, 46, 46t, 159, 159t
Community-acquired pneumonia, 336. See also Pneumonia
Community-based care, 125–133
services not requiring change in residence, 129–131
services requiring change of residence, 131–132
Competence
decisional, 23
testamentary, 24
Competency Assessment Test, 24
Complement factor H (CFH) gene, 151
Complementary and alternative medicine, 80–86
for cancer, 84–85
for cardiovascular disorders, 82–83
definition of, 80
for diabetes mellitus, 84
diversity of modalities, 80
efficacy of, 81
for musculoskeletal disorders, 81–82
for neurologic and emotional disorders, 83–84
resources, 509–510
safety of, 81, 85
for urogynecologic disorders, 84
Complete androgen ablation, 429
Complete blood count, annual, 71t
Comprehensive eye examinations, 149
Comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA), 49
of rehabilitation patients, 113
Compression fracture, vertebral, 446–447
Conductive hearing loss, 156, 157f
Conflicts of interest, 30
Confusion
acute confusional state, 239
and rehabilitation, 112, 112t
Confusion Assessment Method (CAM), 95, 239–240, 240t
Confusion Assessment Method for the Intensive Care Unit (CAM-ICU), 240
Conjunctivitis, allergic, 153
Connective tissue malignancy, 38t
Consent
attitudes toward, 54
informed consent for research, 26
Conservatorships, 25
Constipation, 394–395
irritable bowel syndrome with, 396
medications that may relieve, 105t
postoperative, 104
in terminal illness, 135
Continuing-care retirement communities (CCRCs), 132
Continuous passive motion machine (CPM), 117
COPD. See Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Coping strategies, 19–20
Copper availability, 177t
Corns, 454, 456
Coronary artery bypass graft surgery
after myocardial infarction, 349
preoperative assessment, 100
Coronary artery disease
diagnostic testing, 346
epidemiology of, 345
guidelines for diagnosing, 346
management of, 347
preoperative assessment and management of, 100
presentation of, 345–346
recommended preventive services for, 66t
risk factors for, 345
Coronary events, 349, 349t
Coronary revascularization
ACC/AHA guidelines for, 347, 348t
after myocardial infarction, 349
Corticosteroids. See also specific agents
for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, 329
inhaled, 328t
ophthalmic, 153
for persistent pain, 143t, 147
Costs
of assistive listening devices, 161t
of DXA testing, 214
of health care, 32–43
of hearing aids, 161–162, 161t
Cough
chronic, 327
in terminal illness, 139
Counseling, 62
dietary, 68
preventive, recommendations for, 66t, 68
COX-2 inhibitors, 145
medications to avoid in older adults, 147
for osteoarthritis, 437
for rheumatoid arthritis, 441
CPM. See Continuous passive motion machine
CPP32, 14
Creatinine clearance, 74, 402, 403
Cromolyn, 328t
Cross-cultural health care, 51–56
Crutches, 118
Cruzan v. Director, Department of Health of Missouri, 27
Cultural aspects of health care, 51–56
Cultural competence, 55
Cultural identity, 51
Culture-specific health risks, 54
Current Procedural Terminology coding system, 31
Cushing's disease, 212t
Custodial care, 34t
Cutaneous horn, 317
Cyclosporine, 441
Cymbalta (duloxetine), 276t
Cyproheptadine, 179
Cystic erosion, 452t
Cysts, popliteal (Baker), 435–436
Cytochrome P450 2D6, 77
Cytochrome P450 3A4, 77
Cytokines, 12–13, 13t
Cytoskeletal changes, 12–13, 13t
D
Dalteparin (Fragmin), 492t
Danaparoid (Orgaran), 492t
Darifenacin, 190t, 191
Darvon (propoxyphene), 147
Day care, adult, 129
Day hospitals, 129–130
DDIs. See Drug-drug interactions
Death. See also End-of-life care
ability to predict time of, 28
interventions that may hasten, 27–28
leading causes and numbers of, 5, 6t
Debridement of pressure ulcers, 264, 264t
Decision making
about institutionalization, 129
approaches to, 54
end-of-life, 26–28, 54–55
hierarchy of, 24, 25t
for patients who lack decisional capacity, 24–25
role of incapacitated patient in, 25–26
treatment decisions, 29–30
Decisional capacity, 23–26, 24t
assessment of, 23–24
standardized tests of, 24
temporary loss of, 26
Decubitus ulcers. See Pressure ulcers
Deep-vein thrombosis, 360
anticoagulants for, 492t–493t
and rehabilitation, 112t
Deep venous insufficiency, chronic, 360
Defecography, 394
Defense, Department of, guidelines for rehabilitation after stroke, 114
Degenerative disc disease, lumbar, 446
Degenerative nervous system disorders, 38t
Dehydration, hypertonic, 401
Dehydroepiandrosterone, 81, 377–378
safety issues, 82t
Delirium, 239–248
agitated, 246, 246t
diagnosis of, 239–241, 240t
drugs to reduce or eliminate in management of, 243–244, 245t
evaluation of, 243
in hospitalized patients, 95
incidence of, 239
and incontinence, 185, 186t
management of, 243–247, 244t
neuropathophysiology of, 241–242
pharmacologic therapy of, 246, 246t
postoperative, 106, 242–243
preoperative assessment and management of, 103
prevention of, 247
prognosis for, 239
psychotic symptoms in, 288
risk factors for, 242, 242t
spectrum of, 241
in terminal illness, 137
Deltasone (prednisone), 143t
Delusions, 285–286
antipsychotic agents for, 236–237, 236t
in dementia, 236–237, 236t, 288
evaluation of, 286, 286f
in mood disorder, 288
Dementia, 221–230
activity recommendations for, 58t
aggression or agitation in, 237–238
alcohol-related, 301
of Alzheimer's disease, 83, 224, 224t, 233
anxiety and agitation in, 283, 284t
assessment methods for, 222–223
behavioral disturbances with manic features in, 234–235, 235t
behavioral interventions for, 233–234, 233t
behavioral problems in, 231–238, 235t
CAM treatment for, 83
definition of, 221, 223
diagnostic features of, 224t
differential diagnosis of, 223–225
epidemiology of, 221–222
ethical issues in, 28–29
frontotemporal, 224–225, 224t
general progression of, 226t
hypersexuality in, 237
and incontinence, 185, 186t
Lewy body, 224, 224t
management of, 225–229
manic-like behavioral syndromes in, 234–235
with mental retardation, 305, 306
Mini-Cog Assessment Instrument for Dementia, 48
mood disturbances in, 234
prevention of, 222
psychosis in, 236–237
psychotic symptoms in, 288–289
resources for, 229
reversible (delirium), 239
risk factors for, 222, 222t
screening for, 69t, 70
sleep disturbances in, 237, 253
societal impact of, 221–222
treatment of, 225–229
vascular, 224, 224t, 233
Dementia caregiver counseling, 272, 272t
Demerol (meperidine), 147
Demography of aging, 1–8
Dental anatomy, 320f
Dental care counseling, 66t, 68
Dental caries, 320–321, 320f
Dentures, 322
Depakote (divalproex sodium), 278t
Depakote ER (divalproex sodium), 278t
Dependence
alcohol and drug, 251, 298
opioid, 146
Dependent personality disorder
features of, 291, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Depression, 269–307
activity recommendations for, 58t
assessment of, 48
associated with structural brain disease, 271
CAM treatment for, 83
clinical presentation of, 269–270
course of, 271–272
diagnosis of, 269–271
drugs to treat, 234–235, 235t
DSM-IV diagnostic criteria for, 269–270, 270t
electroconvulsive therapy for, 277
epidemiology of, 269
Geriatric Depression Scale (short form), 496
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 94
interventions for, 92t
late-life, geriatric syndrome of, 269–270, 272, 272t
major, 269–270, 270t
management of partial response and nonresponse, 276
minor, 269
mixed anxiety and depression, 283, 284t
psychotherapy for, 272, 272t
psychotic, 277
recommended preventive services for, 66t
and rehabilitation, 112t
screening for, 45–46, 45t, 66–67, 66t
in terminal illness, 137–138
treatment of, 272–277, 284t
“vascular,” 271
Depressive personality disorder
features of, 291, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Depth shoe, 457
Dermatitis
neurodermatitis, 311
seborrheic, 310
stasis dermatitis, 311
Dermatologic diseases and disorders, 309–319
resources, 514
skin and nails disorders, 453–456
skin breakdown, 111, 112t
skin cancer, 69–70, 69t, 317–319
skin infections, 334, 335t
Dermatomyositis, 443–444
Desipramine (Norpramin), 274, 275t
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 235t
for persistent pain management, 143t
Desyrel (trazodone), 276t
DETERMINE Your Nutritional Health Checklist, 177, 501
Detoxification, 302
Detrusor underactivity, 187, 193
Developmental-genetic theory of aging, 9t, 10
DHEA. See Dehydroepiandrosterone
Diaeta (glyburide), 387t
Diabetes mellitus, 38t, 382–389
activity recommendations for, 58t
atherosclerotic complications of, 385–386
CAM treatment for, 84
cardiovascular risk factors in, 385, 385t
complications of, 69t
deaths due to, 5, 6t
diagnostic criteria for, 383
education for, 386–388
evaluation of, 383–384
and the foot, 456
and incontinence, 185, 186t
key elements of care for, 385, 385t
management of, 383–386
microvascular complications of, 386
nephropathy in, 404
non-insulin agents for, 386, 387t–388t
pathophysiology of, 382–383
postoperative management of, 105–106
prevalence of, 4, 4f
recommended preventive services for, 66t
resources, 510
retinopathy in, 151–152, 151f
screening for, 69t, 70
self-management support for, 386–388
type 1, 382
type 2, 58t, 66t, 70, 84, 105–106, 382–383
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) diagnostic criteria for delirium, 239–240,
240t
Diagnostic imaging
annual chest radiography, 71t
health insurance coverage for, 34t
of neck pain, 450
Dialectical-behavioral therapy for depression, 272, 272t
Dialysis, renal, 408–409
Diarrhea
infectious, 342
irritable bowel syndrome with, 396
postoperative, 104
in terminal illness, 137
Diazepam, 245t
Diet
and breast cancer, 84
counseling for, 66t, 68
for depression, 83
for hypertension, 82
pre-ESRD care, 408
recommendations for, 68
Dietary supplements, 178–179
for pressure ulcers, 266
safety of, 82t, 85
Digestive problems. See also Gastrointestinal diseases and disorders
resources, 510
Digit flexus, 452t
Digit quinti varus, 452t
Digital rectal examination for prostate cancer, 426
Digitalis, 77t
Digoxin
for atrial fibrillation, 357
drug interactions, 77t
for heart failure, 353–354
nutrient interactions, 177t
Dilaudid (hydromorphone), 144t
Diltiazem, 354
Diphenhydramine, 245t
Direct thrombin inhibitors, 493t
Disability
excess, with substance abuse, 300–301
International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) (WHO), 108, 109f
trends in, 6–7
Disalcid (salsalate), 143t
Disc disease, degenerative lumbar, 446
Discharge planning, 37, 38t
Disclosure, attitudes toward, 54
Discontinuing interventions, 27
Disease-related genes, 12–13, 13t
Disequilibrium, 163, 164
Dissections, peripheral arterial, 358–359
Disseminated intravascular coagulation, 476, 478
Diuretics. See also specific agents
drug interactions, 77t
for heart failure, 353
for hypertension, 364
nutrient interactions, 177t
Divalproex sodium (Depakote, Depakote ER)
for behavioral disturbances in dementia with manic features, 234–235, 235t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 277, 278t
Diverticular disease, 395–396
Dix-Hallpike test, 165
Dizziness, 163–168
classification of, 163–164
diagnostic testing, 165–166
evaluation of, 164–166
management of, 166–167
nonvertiginous, 164
physical examination of, 165
prognosis for, 164
psychogenic, 163
types of, 166–167
DNA in aging, 11–13
Docusate (Colace), 105t
Donepezil, 228
Dopamine agonists
and delirium, 245t
for Parkinson's disease, 464
Double effect, rule of, 27
Down syndrome in older adults, 305, 306, 306t, 307
Doxepin, 245t
Dressings for pressure ulcers, 264, 265t
Drinking. See Alcohol
Driving, 30
assessment of older drivers, 49
motor vehicle accident death rates, 5
recommended preventive services for, 66t
Dry-eye syndrome, 153
Dronabinol, 179
Drug abuse, 298–304
chronic hypnotic use, 257–258
magnitude of the problem, 299
pharmacotherapy for, 303
treatment of, 302–303
Drug dependence, 146, 251, 298
Drug-disease interactions, 77
Drug-drug interactions, 76–77, 77t
definition of, 76
in long-term-care, 77t
Drug-induced movement disorders, 466
Drug-nutrient interactions, 176, 177t
Drugs. See also Pharmacotherapy; specific drugs
absorption of, 72–73
adverse drug events, 76, 76t, 393, 393t
associated with incontinence, 185t
to avoid in older persons, 147
as causes of falls, 498
clearance of, 73, 74
distribution of, 73
elimination of, 73–74
half-life of, 73–74
hydrophilic, 73
inhaled, 327, 328t
investigational, 218–219
lipophilic, 73
metabolism of, 73
nonadherence to, 79
taken with metered-dose inhalers, 327, 328t
that interfere with gustation (taste) and olfaction (smell), 324, 324t
trends in use, 7
Dry eye, 153, 442–443
Dry mouth, 322–323, 442–443
Dual-energy radiographic absorptiometry, 213–214
Dulcolax (bisacodyl), 105t
Duloxetine (Cymbalta), 275, 276t
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 235t
for stress and mixed urge and stress incontinence, 191t
Durable medical equipment, 34t
Duragesic (transdermal fentanyl), 144t
DXA. See Dual-energy radiographic absorptiometry
Dyslipidemia, 349–350
Activity recommendations for, 58t
CAM treatment for, 82–83
drug regimens for, 351t
LDL goals, 345, 385–386
screening for, 66t, 67
treatment indications for, 350t
Dyspareunia, 416, 417
Dyspepsia, 392–393
Dysphagia, 181–182
esophageal, 182, 390–391
oropharyngeal, 182
Dyspnea, 327
in terminal illness, 138–139
E
Eating changes in age, 181
Eating problems, 181–184
Echinacea, 82t
Echocardiography, 172, 346
stress, 346
transesophageal, 339–340, 357
transthoracic, 339
Eczema craquelé, 311, 311f
Edentulism, 66t, 321–322
Education
for diabetes mellitus, 386–388
for female sexual dysfunction, 418
for prevention of falls, 498
resources, 508
Effexor (venlafaxine), 276t
Effexor XR (venlafaxine), 276t
Elder abuse
key indicators of, 88t
resources, 508–509
Elder mistreatment, 86–91
assessment of, 48
definition of, 86
financial, 89
history, 87
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 96
institutional, 89
interventions for, 89–90, 92t
key indicators of, 88t
physical, 87–88
prevention of, 86–87
psychologic, 88–89
questions to guide intervention, 89–90
reporting, 90
resources, 508–509
risk factors for, 86–87, 87t
screening for, 96
Electrical stimulation, 191t
Electrocardiography
ambulatory monitoring, 171
annual, 71t
in dizziness, 166
implantable loop recorders, 171–172
Electroconvulsive therapy
for depression and mania, 279
for psychotic depression, 277
Electrolyte balance, 376
Electrolyte disturbances, 400–401
postoperative management of, 104
Electronystagmography, 165–166
Electrophysiologic studies, 172
Embolism, pulmonary, 329–330
anticoagulants for prophylaxis and treatment of, 492t–493t
indications for anticoagulation in absence of active bleeding or severe bleeding risk, 491t
and rehabilitation, 112t
Emergency care, 34t
Encephalopathy. See Delirium
End-of-life care, 54–55, 134, 330–331
resources, 508
End-of-life decisions, 26–28, 54–55
End-stage renal disease, 408
Endocarditis, infective, 339–340, 354
prophylaxis, 355, 340
Endocrine disorders, 368–381
postoperative management of, 105–106
Endometrial cancer
hormonal therapy for, 484t
racial differences in diagnosis and survival, 481, 481t
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, 394
Endoscopy, esophageal, 392
Energy requirements, 174, 174t
Enoxaparin (Lovenox), 492t
Ensure HP, 183t
Ensure Plus HN, 183t
Entrapment syndrome, 452t
Environmental modifications
for dementia, 227
for prevention of falls, 498
for rehabilitation, 117, 118–119
Epilepsy, 467, 468t
Epinephrine, 152, 152t
Epitol (carbamazepine), 278t
Epley's maneuver, 163, 164f
Equinovarus, 196t
Erectile dysfunction, 418–419
causes of, 418, 419t
evaluation of, 419–420
treatment of, 420–422, 421t
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate, 431
Erythroplakia, 323–324, 323f
Erythropoietin treatment
for anemia, 473–475
pre-ESRD care, 408
Escitalopram (Lexapro), 235t, 274t
Eskalith (lithium carbonate), 278t
Eskalith CR (lithium carbonate), 278t
Esophageal cancer, 392
Esophageal dysphagia, 182, 390–391
Esophagus, 390–392
drug-induced injury to, 392
gastroesophageal reflux disease, 391–392
Essential thrombocythemia, 478–479
Essential tremor, 466–467
Estrogen deficiency, 211
Estrogen replacement therapy, 379–380. See also Hormone replacement therapy
for female sexual dysfunction, 416–417
for menopausal symptoms, 411
for osteoporosis, 216t, 217–218
for stress and mixed urge and stress incontinence, 191t
for urogenital atrophy, 411
for urogenital symptoms, 411
Eszopiclone, 256, 257t
Etanercept, 441–442, 442
Ethical issues, 22–31
in dementia, 28–29
in health care financing, 30
in home care, 129
in malnutrition, 179–180
in nursing homes, 29–30
Ethnicity. See also Cross-cultural health care
in social assessment, 48
in cancer, 481, 481t
Etidronate, 216, 216t
European Society of Cardiology recommendations for physical activity, 58t
Executive function assessment, 47–48
Executive Interview 25-item examination (EXIT 25), 24
Exercise. See also Physical activity
balance training, 61–62
for depression, 83
for musculoskeletal disease, 431
for osteoporosis prevention and treatment, 214
pelvic muscle, 190t, 191t, 192–193, 500
for prevention of falls, 498
to reduce risk of osteoporosis, 212t
Exercise stress testing, 346
Exploitation, 88t
External beam radiation therapy, 428, 428t
Extracellular matrix changes, 12–13, 13t
Eye examinations, comprehensive, 149
Eyedrops, 152, 152t
Eyelid abnormalities, 153
Ezetimibe, 351t
F
Faces Pain Scale, 141
Facial nerve palsy, 342
Factor Xa inhibitor, 492t
Falls, 61–62, 201–209
activity recommendations for, 58t
assessment of, 204t, 205f
causes of, 202–203
clinical guidelines for preventing, 207
diagnostic approach to, 203–206
history and physical examination, 203–206
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 93–94
interventions for, 92t, 206–207, 208t
laboratory and diagnostic tests, 206
management of, 204t, 205f, 206–207
prevalence and morbidity of, 202
prevention of, 66t, 206–207, 497–498
risk factors, 208t
Fatty acid metabolism, 12–13, 13t
Fecal incontinence, 395
Fecal occult blood testing, 66t, 68
Federal financing of health care, 40–42
Fee for service (FFS)
home-health care, 39
hospice care, 40
inpatient care, 37
Medicare, 31, 33, 34t, 35t, 36, 37t, 42
nursing-home care, 40
postacute rehabilitation, 38–39
private plans, 41
structures, 30–31
Feeding problems, 181–184
Feeding tubes, 182, 183
Female androgen deficiency syndrome, 416
Female sexual dysfunction, 416–418, 417t
Femur procedures, 38t
Fenofibrate, 351t
Festination, 196t
Fever
antibiotic therapy for, 334, 335t
in frail, older residents of long-term-care facilities, 334, 334t
of unknown origin, 342–343, 342t, 343t
FFS. See Fee for service
FiberCon (polycarbophil), 105t
Fibrillation, atrial, 356–357
in hospitalized patients, 92t
indications for anticoagulation in absence of active bleeding or severe bleeding risk, 491t
interventions for, 92t
recommendations for management of, 356–357
Fibroblast gene expression, 12–13, 13t
Fibromyalgia, 432–433
diagnostic criteria for, 432–433, 433f
tender point sites, 432, 433f
FIM. See Functional Independence Measure
Financial mistreatment, 89
Financing
federal, 40–42
health care, 30, 32–43
house calls, 127–128
managed care, 35–36
nursing-home care, 120–121
Fitness in older adults, 61
“Five “As approach to smoking cessation, 328
Flat feet, 452t
Fleet (biphosphate emollient enema), 105t
Flexibility training, 59
Flexible sigmoidoscopy, 66t, 67–68
Fluid disturbances, 400–401
Fluid management, 96
Fluid needs, 175
Flunisolide, 328t
Fluoride
for osteoporosis treatment, 218
RDAs for persons aged 71 and older, 175t
Fluoxetine (Prozac), 235t, 273–274, 274t
Flurazepam, 245t
Fluticasone, 328t
Fluticasone propionate, 328t
Fluvastatin, 351t
Fluvoxamine, 274
Folate
deficiency, 475, 476–477
drug interactions, 177t
RDAs for persons aged 71 and older, 175t
Folic acid, 179
Folstein Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), 24, 47, 223, 240, 241t
Fondaparinux (Arixtra), 492t
Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine macronutrient guidelines, 174–175
Food guide pyramid, 174
Foods, calcium-containing, 215t
Foot care, 457
Foot disorders, 451–458, 452t
disorders of the skin and nails, 453–456
orthopedic, 451–453
systemic diseases and, 456–457
Foot drop, 196t
Foot slap, 196t
Forefoot disorders, orthopedic, 451–453
Foreign-born population, older, 3
Forgoing and discontinuing interventions, 27
Formoterol, 328t
Foster care, adult, 132
Fractures, 61–62
of hip, 38t, 115–116
osteoporotic sacral fractures, 447
osteoporotic vertebral, 446–447
pathologic, 38t
of pelvis, 38t
prediction of, 212–214
rehabilitation for, 115–116
risk factors for, 212
surgical care of, 115
vertebral compression, 446–447
Fragile X syndrome, 306, 306t
Fragmin (dalteparin), 492t
Frail, older residents of long-term care facilities, 334, 334t
Frontal lobe damage, 306, 306t
Frontotemporal dementia
behavioral problems in, 233
diagnostic features of, 224t
differential diagnosis of, 224–225
Frozen shoulder syndrome, 434
Functional adrenocortical adenoma, 377, 377t
Functional Independence Measure (FIM), 109, 113
Functional reach test, 204–206
Functional status
assessment of, 46–47
epidemiologic trends in, 4–5
impairments in hospitalized patients, 92t, 93
limitations of Medicare beneficiaries, 4–5, 6f
performance-based assessment of, 199
rapid screening followed by assessment and management of, 45–46, 45t
FUO. See Fever, of unknown origin
Futility, 331
G
Gabapentin (Neurontin)
for epilepsy, 468t
for persistent pain, 143t, 147
Gait apraxia, 197
Gait impairment, 195–201
abnormalities, 196t, 198t
assessment of, 197–199
conditions that contribute to, 196–197
epidemiology of, 195–196
history and physical examination, 197–199
interventions to reduce, 199–201
Gait speed, 47
Galantamine, 228
Gallstones, 393–394
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, 391–392
Gastrointestinal bleeding, occult, 397
Gastrointestinal diseases and disorders, 390–400
angiodysplasia, colonic, 397–398
biliary disease, 393–394
bleeding, 112t, 393, 393t, 397
Clostridium difficile infection, 398
colon cancer, 398–399, 481, 481t, 486
colonic, 394–399
constipation, 104, 105t, 135, 394–395, 396
diverticular disease, 395–396
dyspepsia, 392–393
dysphagia, 390–391
esophageal, 390–392
fecal incontinence, 395
gastroesophageal reflux disease, 391–392
irritable bowel syndrome, 396–397
infections, 342
NSAID-induced, 393, 393t
peptic ulcer disease, 393
postoperative management of, 104
pseudo-obstruction, acute colonic, 398
polyps, colonic, 398–399
and urinary incontinence, 185, 186t
Gastrostomy, percutaneous endoscopic, 183
Gaze-evoked nystagmus, 165
GEM units. See Geriatric evaluation and management units
Gemfibrozil, 351t
Gender issues, cross-cultural, 54
Gene expression, 12–13, 13t
Generalized anxiety disorder, 283, 284t
Genetic testing, 29
Genitourinary imaging, 403–404
Genu recurvatum, 196t
GERD. See Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Geriatric Depression Scale (short form), 496
Geriatric evaluation and management (GEM) units, 97
Geriatric syndrome of late-life depression, 269–270. See also Depression
psychotherapy for, 272, 272t
Get Up and Go test, 45t, 46–47, 199, 206
Giant cell (temporal) arteritis, 439–440
diagnostic criteria for, 439
headache due to, 461
Ginkgo biloba, 82t, 83, 228–229
Glaucoma, 152, 152t
Gleason grading system, 426
Glipizide (Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), 387t
Glipizide and metformin (METAGLIP), 388t
Glomerular filtration rate, 103
Glomerulonephritis, 406
Glucocorticoid hypersecretion, subclinical, 377
Glucophage (metformin), 387t
Glucophage XR (metformin), 387t
Glucosamine
for osteoarthritis, 437
safety issues, 82t
Glucose screening, 66t
-Glucosidase inhibitors, 386, 387t
Glucotrol (glipizide), 387t
Glucotrol XL (glipizide), 387t
Glucovance (glyburide and metformin), 388t
Glutathione, 83
Glyburide (Diaeta, Micronase)
for diabetes mellitus, 387t
micronized (Glynase), 386, 387t
Glyburide and metformin (Glucovance), 388t
Glyset (miglitol), 387t
Gout
pseudogout, 438–439
rheumatoid, 437–438
Grand mal seizures, 467
Graves' disease, 371, 372f
Grief. See Bereavement
Group homes, 132
Group therapy, 225
Growth factors, 12–13, 13t
Growth hormone, 380
Growth regulatory genes, 12–13, 13t
Gustatory dysfunction
drugs that cause, 324, 324t
nonpharmacologic causes of, 324, 325t
Gynecologic diseases and disorders, 410–415
H
H2-blocking agents, 244, 245t
HAART (highly active antiretroviral therapy), 341
Habit training for urge incontinence, 190t, 191t
Haglund's deformity, 452t
Hallucinations, 285–286
antipsychotic agents for, 236–237, 236t
in delirium, 288
in dementia, 236–237, 236t
evaluation of person with, 286, 286f
isolated, 289–290
Hallucinosis, organic, 289–290
Hallux abducto valgus, 452t, 453f
Hallux limitus and rigidus, 452t
Hallux valgus, 452t
Haloperidol
for agitated delirium, 246, 246t
dosing and side effects, 288t
Hammertoe, 451–453, 453f
Harris-Benedict equations, 174, 174t
Harris Hip Questionnaire, 113, 115
Head and neck problems. See also Back pain; Headaches
head and neck cancer, 481, 481t
resources, 510
Head-shaking, 165
Headaches, 38t, 461–462
Healing of pressure ulcers, 266
Health beliefs, cross-cultural, 53
Health care
for aging population, 81
costs of, 32–43
cross-cultural attitudes toward services, 53–54
federal financing of, 40–42
financing of, 30, 32–43, 33f, 40–42
trends in, 4–5, 5f, 7
Health care agent or proxy, 25
Health Care Financing Administration, 31
Health care insurance
coverage for health care, 32–43, 34t
coverage for long-term-care, 39
for hearing, 34t
Health maintenance organizations (HMOs)
Medicare, 32, 34t, 35, 35t, 36, 36t, 40
Social Health Maintenance Organizations (SHMOs), 130
Health Plan of Nevada, 130
Healthcare Employer's Data Information System (HEDIS), 41
Healthy behaviors, 21
Hearing
age-related changes in, 155–156
assessment of, 47
health insurance coverage for, 34t
normal, 155–156
rapid screening followed by assessment and management of, 45–46, 45t
Hearing aids, 160–162
costs of, 161–162, 161t
styles of, 160t, 161
Hearing Handicap Inventory for the Elderly—Screening Version, 158
Hearing impairment, 155–162
diagnosis of, 156–158
effects of, 160, 160t
epidemiology of, 156, 157f
recommended preventive services for, 66t
rehabilitation of, 160, 160t
resources, 510–511
screening for, 65–66, 66t
strategies to improve communication with persons with, 159, 159t
treatment of, 158–162
Heart disease. See also Cardiovascular disease
deaths due to, 5, 6t
ischemic, 345–349
prevalence of, 4, 4f
resources, 511
valvular, 354–356
Heart failure, 38t, 350–354
activity recommendations for, 58t
epidemiology and etiology of, 350
and incontinence, 185, 186t
management of, 352–354
presentation of, 350–352
self-management of, 354
Heat shock factor (HSF1), 13–14, 15
Heat shock proteins, 13, 13t, 14
HEDIS. See Healthcare Employer's Data Information System
Heel pain, 452t, 453
Heel pressure ulcers, 261, 261t
Height measurement, 66t
Helicobacter pylori infection, 392–393
HELP. See Hospital Elder Life Program
Hematologic diseases and disorders, 471–479
malignancies, 71t, 487–488
Hematoma, subdural, 461
Hematuria, 402
Hemolytic anemia, 472t, 473, 476
Hemorrhage, intracerebral, 460
Hep-Lock (unfractionated heparin), 492t
Heparin, 492t
Heparinoids, 492t
Herpes zoster, 314–315, 314f, 342
Herpes zoster ophthalmicus, 153–154
HHRGs. See Home Health Related Groups
HIAP (human inhibitor of apoptosis protein), 15
Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), 341
Hip and femur procedures, 38t
Hip fracture, 38t
epidemiology of, 115
prevalence of, 210
prevention of recurrence, 116
rehabilitation of, 115–116
surgical care of, 115
Hip protectors, 207
Hip surgery
indications for anticoagulation in absence of active bleeding or severe bleeding risk, 491t
procedures, 38t
total hip and knee arthroplasty, 116–117
Hispanic Americans
CAM use by, 81
cancer incidence in, 481, 481t
leading causes of death for, 5, 6t
nursing-home population, 120
perceived health of Medicare beneficiaries, 4, 5t
poverty rates of, 2
Histrionic personality disorder
features of, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
HIV infection, 341
HMG-CoA, 351t
Hodgkin's disease, 481, 487
Home care, 125–129
caregiver support, 128
codes, reimbursement, and requirements in certification, 126, 126t
ethics and decisions about institutionalization, 129
fee for service, 39
financing, 39–40
health insurance coverage for, 34t
liability and legal issues, 129
limitations of, 128–129
managed care, 39
patient assessment in, 126–127
physician's role in, 126
Home environment assessment, 48
Home Health Related Groups (HHRGs), 125
Home hospital, 97, 131
Home safety assessment, 48
Homocysteine, 476–477
Hormonal regulation, 376
Hormone replacement therapy, 71t
adjuvant, 486
for cancer, 483–484, 484t
estrogen replacement therapy, 379–380
for female sexual dysfunction, 416–417
for menopausal symptoms, 411
for osteoporosis, 216t, 217–218
for stress and mixed urge and stress incontinence, 191t
for urogenital atrophy or symptoms, 411
Hospice, 134–135. See also End-of-life care
FFS, 40
health insurance coverage for, 34t
services, 134, 134t
Hospital-acquired pneumonia, 336–337
Hospital care, 91–99. See also Hospitalized patients; Perioperative care
alternatives to, 97–98
day hospitals, 129–130
geriatric evaluation and management (GEM) units, 97
health insurance coverage for, 34t
home hospital, 131
primary diagnoses for which "early" discharges are regarded as "transfers" to postacute care, 37, 38t
transitions from, 97–98
Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), 97, 247
Hospitalized patients
assessment of, 92–97, 93t
hazards and opportunities to address, 92–93, 92t
management of, 92–97
sleep disturbances in, 253–254
systems of care for, 97
Hot flushes, 411
House calls, 126
billing codes and reimbursement for, 127–128, 128t
equipment for, 127, 128t
financial considerations, 127–128
office-based programs, 127–128
supplies for, 128t
HSF. See Heat shock factor
Humalog (insulin lispro), 389t
Human growth hormone, 179
Human immunodeficiency virus infection, 339
Humulin (insulin), 389t
Hyaluronic acid, 437
Hydrocephalus, normal-pressure
effect on incontinence, 185, 186t
interventions for, 200
Hydrochlorothiazide, 364
Hydrocodone (Lorcet, Lortab, Vicodin, Vicoprofen), 144t
Hydromorphone (Dilaudid, Hydrostat), 144t
Hydrostat (hydromorphone), 144t
Hydroxychloroquine, 442
Hydroxyzine, 284
Hyperadrenocorticoidism, 377
Hypercalcemia, 373–375
differential diagnosis of, 373, 375t
and incontinence, 185, 186t
Hyperglycemia, 386
Hypericum perforatum, 276t
Hyperkalemia, 401
Hyperkeratosis, 454
Hypernatremia, 400–401
Hyperparathyroidism
primary, 212t
secondary, 211
Hypersexuality in dementia, 237
Hypertension, 361–368
activity recommendations for, 58t
classification of, 361–362, 362t
clinical evaluation of, 362
emergencies and urgencies, 366
epidemiology and physiology of, 361–362
follow-up visits, 365–366, 366t
J-curve hypothesis, 365
in long-term-care setting, 366–367
nonpharmacologic therapy for, 363, 363t
pharmacologic treatment of, 363–365
prehypertension, 361–361, 362t
prevalence of, 4, 4f
recommended preventive services for, 66t
recommended treatment for, 363–364, 364t
screening for, 65
special considerations for, 366–367
stage 1, 363–364, 363t, 364t
treatment of, 362–366
white-coat, 362
Hyperthyroidism, 371–373
iodine-induced, 371, 372f
recommended laboratory tests for, 212t
screening for, 69t
subclinical, 371
Hypnotics
chronic use of, 257–258
and delirium, 245t
Hypoadrenocorticoidism, 376–377
Hypoalbuminemia, 176, 333
Hypoaldosteronism, hyporeninemic, 376
Hypogonadism, 212t, 378
Hypokalemia, 401
Hyponatremia, 376, 400–401
Hypoproliferative anemia, 472t, 473–475
Hyporeninemic hypoaldosteronism, age-related, 376
Hypotension
orthostatic, 163, 173
postprandial, 173
Hypothyroidism, 369–371
screening for, 69t
secondary, 369–370
subclinical, 369, 370f
I
IADLs. See Instrumental activities of daily living
Ibandronate, 216t
IBS. See Irritable bowel syndrome
ICE, 14
ICH-1, 14
Id 1, 2, & 4, 13t
Identity, cultural, 51
Idiopathic myelofibrosis, 478
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, 329
Idiopathic venous thromboembolism, 491t
Imaging
abdominal ultrasonography, 66t, 67
of back pain, 448–449
diagnostic, 34t, 71t, 450
of gait impairment, 199
of genitourinary system, 403–404
magnetic resonance imaging, 166, 223
of neck pain, 450
neuroimaging, 166
Imipramine, 245t
Immigration status and history, 53
Immobility
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 93–94
interventions for, 92t
recommended preventive services for, 66t
Immune function changes, 332, 333t
Immune senescence, 332
Immunizations, 66t, 68–69
Immunologic theory of aging, 9t, 10
Implantable cardioverter defibrillators, automatic
ACC/AHA indications for, 356t
for ventricular arrhythmias, 356
Implantable loop recorders, 171–172
Implants, cochlear, 162
Impulse-control disorders, 306
Incompetence, 23
Incontinence
fecal, 395
urinary, 111, 184–195
Independent practice association (IPA) model, 36, 36t
Ineffective erythropoiesis, 472t, 473, 475–476
Infections
antibiotic management of, 334, 335t
bone and joint, 341
diagnosis and management of, 333–334
gastrointestinal, 342
HIV infection and AIDS, 341
predisposition to, 332–333
presentation of, 333–334
in pressure ulcers, 266–267
prosthetic device, 340
vulvovaginal, 412
Infectious diarrhea, 342
Infectious diseases, 332–344. See also specific diseases
antibiotic management of, 334, 335t
diagnosis and management of, 333–334
predisposition to, 332–333
presentation of, 333–334
syndromes, 335–342
Infectious Diseases Society of America treatment guidelines for community-acquired pneumonia, 336
Infectious syndromes, 335–342
Infective endocarditis, 339–340
Inflammation, vulvovaginal, 412
Inflammatory disorders, 439–444
Infliximab, 442
Influenza, 337
deaths due to, 5, 6t
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 96–97
interventions for, 92t
recommended preventive services for, 66t
vaccination against, 66t, 68–69
Informed consent for research, 26
INH, 339
Inhaled medications, 327, 328t
Injectable agents for diabetes mellitus, 386, 388t
Injury
counseling for prevention of, 66t, 68
deaths due to, 5, 6t
recommended preventive services for, 66t
Innohep (tinzaparin), 492t
Inpatient care, 36–37
Insomnia
behavioral management of, 237, 237t
CAM treatment for, 83–84
epidemiology of, 249
medications for, 256–257, 257t
Institute for Clinical Systems Improvement recommendations for physical activity, 58t
Institute of Medicine Food and Nutrition Board macronutrient guidelines, 174–175
Institutional elder mistreatment, 89
Institutionalization decisions, 129
Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), 4–5, 6f
Insulin aspart (NovoLog), 389t
Insulin Glargine (Lantus), 389t
Insulin-like growth factor 1, 13t, 15
Insulin-like growth factor binding protein 2, 3, & 5, 13t
Insulin lispro (Humalog), 389t
Insulin preparations, 389t
Insulin receptor substrate, 15
Insulin signaling, 9t, 10, 15
Insurance coverage
for health care, 32–43, 34t
for long-term-care, 39
Intensive care, 330–331
-Interferon, 484
Interleukin-2, 484
Internal carotid artery disease, 459–460
International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) (WHO), 108, 109f
International Continence Society classification of pelvic organ prolapse, 413
Interpersonal therapy for depression, 272, 272t
Interstitial nephritis, acute, 406
Intertrigo, 312, 312f
Intracellular volume, 96
Intracerebral hemorrhage, 460
Intravascular stenting, percutaneous transluminal angioplasty with, 360
Investigational agents, 218–219
Iodine-induced hyperthyroidism, 371, 372f
IPA model. See Independent practice association model
Ipratropium, 328t
Iron therapy
for anemia, 473–475
drug interactions, 177t
Irritable bowel syndrome, 396–397
Ischemic heart disease, 345–349
diagnostic testing, 346
epidemiology of, 345
management of, 347
presentation of, 345–346
risk factors for, 345
Ischemic optic neuropathy, anterior, 152–153, 153f
Ischemic stroke, 460–461. See also Stroke
Isoniazid, 177t
Isosorbide dinitrate plus hydralazine, 354
J
J-curve hypothesis in blood-pressure reduction, 365
Jaeger card, 47
Jejunostomy, 182
Jevity Plus, 183t
Johns Hopkins Evidence-based Practice Center recommendations for management of AF, 356–357
Joint and limb reattachment procedures, 38t
Joint disease, 436–439
resources, 511
Joint infections, 341
K
Kabikinase (streptokinase), 493t
Kadian (morphine, sustained release), 144t
Kegel's exercises, 500
Kidney biopsy, 403–404
Kidney disease, 400–410
associated with NSAID use, 407
chronic, 401, 403
clinical presentations of, 401–403
postoperative management of disorders, 104
prevalence of, 4, 4f
Kidney failure, chronic, 407–409
Kidney function
age-associated changes in, 74
preoperative assessment and management of, 103
Kidney infections, 38t
Kidney transplantation, 408–409
Klonopin (clonazepam), 143t, 278t
Knee surgery
indications for anticoagulation in absence of active bleeding or severe bleeding risk, 491t
total hip and knee arthroplasty, 116–117
L
Laboratory testing, 176
in back pain, 448–449
in falls, 206
in gait impairment, 199
health insurance coverage for, 34t
in musculoskeletal disease, 431
services not indicated in older adults, 71t
for urinary incontinence, 189
Labyrinthitis, 163
Lactulose (Cephulac), 105t
Lacunar disease, 460
Lamotrigine, 279, 468t
Lantus (insulin Glargine), 389t
Laser therapy for choroidal neovascularization, 150
Late-life depression, geriatric syndrome of, 269–270
psychotherapy for, 272, 272t
Laxatives, 105t, 177t
Leflunomide, 441
Left ventricular dysfunction, 350
Left ventricular failure, 351
Legal issues, 22–31
decisional capacity, 23–26
in elder mistreatment, 90
in home care, 129
informed consent for research, 26
in malnutrition, 179–180
resources, 508–509
Lente (insulin, zinc), 389t
Lentigo maligna, 318
Lepirudin (Refludan), 493t
Leukemia, 481, 487
Leukoaraiosis, 199
Leukoplakia, 323–324, 323f
Leuprolide acetate, 237
Levetiracetam, 468t
Levodopa, 177t, 464
Levodopa-carbidopa, 245t, 464
Lewy body dementia
behavioral problems in, 233
diagnostic features of, 224t
differential diagnosis of, 224
Lexapro (escitalopram), 274t
Liability, 129
Libido, decreased, 415, 417–418
Lice, 316
Lichen sclerosus, 412, 412f
Lichen simplex chronicus, 311
Lid abnormalities, 153
Life expectancy, 1, 2t
Life-style modification
for benign prostatic hyperplasia, 424t
for hypertension, 363
smoking cessation, 66t, 68, 212t, 328
Lightheadedness, 164. See also Dizziness
Limb movements
periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD), 252
periodic limb movements during sleep (PLMS), 252
Limb reattachment procedures, 38t
Lioresal (baclofen), 143t
Lip cancer, 323
Lipid-binding resins, 177t
Lipids, serum, 66t, 345, 385–386
Liquid Pred (prednisone), 143t
Literacy, cross-cultural, 52
Lithium carbonate (Eskalith, Eskalith CR)
for behavioral disturbances in dementia with manic features, 235, 235t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 277, 278t
Living arrangements, 2–3, 3t
Living wills, 25
Long-term care. See also Assisted living facilities; Nursing-home care
drug-drug interactions in, 77t
fever in frail, older residents in, 334, 334t
hypertension in, 366–367
insurance for, 39
interface with acute care, 122
minimum criteria for initiation of antibiotic therapy in, 334, 335t
prevention of falls in, 497
Loop diuretics, 185t
Lorazepam, 246, 246t, 284
Lorcet (hydrocodone), 144t
Lortab (hydrocodone), 144t
Loss and grief. See Bereavement
Louse infestations, 316
Lovastatin, 351t
Lovenox (enoxaparin), 492t
Low-density lipoprotein goals, 345, 385–386
Low T4 syndrome, 369
Low-vision rehabilitation, 154
Lower back pain. See Back pain
Lower cervical nerve impingement, 434
Lower extremity bypass surgery, 360
Lower extremity joint and limb reattachment procedures, 38t
Lower urinary tract symptoms, 423
Lumbar spinal stenosis, 446
Lumbar spine, unstable, 446
Lumpectomy, 485–486
Lung cancer, 486
CAM use for, 85
ethnic and racial differences in, 481, 481t
screening for, 71t
Lung disease, 327–330
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 4, 4f, 38t, 66t, 102, 328–329
and incontinence, 185, 186t
lung cancer, 71t, 85, 481, 481t, 486
resources, 511–512
Luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone agonists, 429
Lyme disease, 342
Lymphadenectomy, axillary, 486
Lymphoma, non-Hodgkin’s, 487
Lyrica (pregabalin), 143t
M
MacArthur Competency Assessment Tool—Treatment, 24
Macrolides, 77t
Macronutrient guidelines, 174–175
Macronutrient needs, 174–175
Macular degeneration, age-related, 150–151, 150f, 154
Magnesium, 175t, 177t
Magnesium choline salicylate, 437
Magnesium citrate (Citroma), 105t
Magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia), 105t
Magnetic resonance imaging, 166, 223. See also Imaging
Maladaptive behaviors in mental retardation, 306
Male sexuality, 418–422
Malignancy. See also Cancer
connective tissue, 38t
deaths due to, 5, 6t
hematologic, 487–488
musculoskeletal, 38t
Mallet toe, 451
Malnutrition, 174–180. See also Nutrition
ethical and legal issues, 179–180
screening for, 65, 66t
Mammography, 66t, 67
Managed care, 35–36
home-health care, 39
inpatient care, 36–37
nursing-home care, 40
postacute rehabilitation, 38
Mania
behavioral disturbances in dementia with, 234–235, 235t
medications for, 277, 278t
mood stabilizers for, 234–235, 235t
Manic-like syndromes
in dementia, 231–232, 234–235
medications for, 277, 278t
treatment of, 234–235
March à petits pas, 197
Marital status, 2–3, 3t
MAST (Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test), 301
MDRD (Modification of Diet in Renal Disease), 103
MDS. See Minimum Data Set
Mechanical loading and pressure ulcers, 261
Mechanical ventilation, 331
Mediators of stress, 19–20
Medicaid, 2, 34, 34t, 42
adult foster care benefits, 132
advantages and disadvantages of, 35t
assisted-living benefits, 131–132
continuing-care retirement community benefits, 132
future of, 42
hospice benefits, 134
Program of All-inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE), 39–40, 130
telemedicine benefits, 131
Medical directors of nursing homes, 124
Medical savings accounts (MSAs), 41
Medicare, 2
assisted-living benefits, 131–132
beneficiaries with chronic conditions and self-reporting fair or poor health, 4, 5f
billing codes and reimbursement for home visits, 127–128, 128t
continuing-care retirement community benefits, 132
day hospital benefits, 129
fee for service, 31, 33, 34t, 35t, 36, 37t, 42
future of, 42
hearing aid benefits, 162
home-care benefits, 127
home-care certification, 126, 126t
home-health benefits, 110
hospice benefits, 28, 134
immunization benefits, 68
marital status and living arrangements of beneficiaries, 2, 3t
Part A, 32, 33, 34t, 35t
Part B, 32, 33, 34t, 35t, 42
Part D, 34, 35t, 42
perceived health of beneficiaries, 4, 5t
postacute care benefits, 110
self-reported functional limitations of beneficiaries, 4–5, 6f
skilled nursing facilities, 109
telemedicine benefits, 131
Medicare Advantage, 31, 35t, 40–41, 42
Medicare Health Outcomes Survey, 41
Medicare HMO Plan, 32, 34t, 35, 40
advantages and disadvantages of, 35t
payment of health care providers by, 36, 36t
Medicare Modernization Act of 2003, 42
Medicare Personal Plan Finder, 32, 41
Medicare Plus Choice, 31, 40–41
Medicare SELECT, 35
Medicated urethral system for erection (MUSE), 421t, 422
Medications. See Drugs; Pharmacotherapy
Medigap, 32, 34–35, 34t, 35t
Megestrol, 179
Meglitinides, 386, 387t
Melanoma, 318–319, 318f
Melatonin, 380
Memantine, 228
Membranous nephropathy, 404
Memory problems. See also Cognitive impairment; Dementia
resources, 512
Men
androgens in, 212
headaches in, 461
hip and vertebral fractures in, 210
life expectancy of, 1, 2t
marital status and living arrangements of Medicare beneficiaries, 2, 3t
nursing-home population, 120
overweight and obesity among, 178t
self-reported functional limitations of Medicare beneficiaries, 4–5, 6f
sexual dysfunction in, 418, 419t
stroke incidence in, 459
urinary tract infection in, 338
Ménière's disease, 163
Meningitis, bacterial, 341
Menopausal symptoms
CAM treatment for, 84
treatment of, 411
Mental health
in aging adults with mental retardation, 305–306
health insurance coverage for outpatient care, 34t
self-efficacy beliefs and, 19, 19t
social networks and, 20–21, 21t
and substance use, 301
Mental retardation, 38t, 304–307
definition of, 304–305
diagnosis and treatment of, 306
disorders associated with specific types of, 306, 306t
medical disorders with, 307
prevalence of, 305
psychiatric and mental disorders in aging adults with, 305–306
social conditions, 307
Mental status, altered. See Delirium
Meperidine (Demerol), 147, 245t
Metabolic and insulin signaling, caloric restriction theory of aging, 9t, 10, 15
Metabolic disorders, 38t, 368–381
associated with incontinence, 185, 186t
calcium disorders, 373–376
parathyroid disorders, 373–376
thyroid disorders, 369–373
Metabolic encephalopathy, 239
Metabolic requirements, 96
Metabolism
age-associated changes in, 73
of drugs, 73
fatty acid, 12–13, 13t
preoperative assessment and management of, 103
METAGLIP (glipizide and metformin), 388t
Metalloproteinase 3 & 10, 13t
Metamucil (psyllium), 105t
Metatarsal prolapse, 452t
Metatarsalgia, 452t, 453
Metered-dose inhalers, 327, 328t
Metformin (Glucophage, Glucophage XR), 177t, 386, 387t
Methotrexate, 441, 444
Methylcellulose (Citrucel), 105t
Methylphenidate (Ritalin), 234, 275–276, 276t
Methylprednisolone
for chondrocalcinosis, 439
for polymyalgia rheumatica, 439
for polymyositis and dermatomyositis, 443–444
Methyltestosterone, 417–418
Mexiletine (Mexitil), 143t
Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (MAST), 301
Micronase (glyburide), 387t
Micronutrient requirements, 175, 175t
Micronutrient supplements, 179
Microvascular complications of diabetes mellitus, 386
Micturition, normal, 185
Mid-foot disorders, 451–453
Miglitol (Glyset), 387t
Migraines, 461
Mild cognitive impairment, 223–224, 224t
Milk of Magnesia (magnesium hydroxide), 105t
Mineral oil, 177t
Mini-Cog Assessment Instrument for Dementia, 48, 223
Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), 24, 47, 223, 240
tests of attention, 241t
Mini-Nutritional Assessment (MNA-SF), 177
Minimal-change nephropathy, 404
Minimum Data Set (MDS), 122, 175, 179, 262
Minimum Data Set (MDS 2), 110
Minocycline, 441
Miotics, 152, 152t
MiraLax (polyethylene glycol), 105t
Mirtazapine (Remeron, Sol-tabs), 179, 275, 276t
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 235t
for insomnia, 257t
for sleep disturbances, 237, 256–257
Mistreatment. See Elder mistreatment
Mitral regurgitation, 355
Mitral stenosis, 355–356
Mixed anxiety and depression, 283, 284t
Mixed hearing loss, 156, 157f
Mixed urge and stress incontinence, 191t
MMSE. See Mini-Mental State Examination
Mobility aids, 117–118, 201
Mobility status
and prevention of pressure ulcers, 262
rapid screening followed by assessment and management of, 45–46, 45t
and rehabilitation, 111
Modafinil (Provigil), 276t
Moderators of stress, 20–21
Mono-Gesic (salsalate), 143t
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, 275
Mood disorders, 269–307
in dementia, 234
psychotic symptoms in, 288
treatment of, 234
Mood stabilizers, 234–235, 235t
Morbidity, 6–7
Morphine, immediate release (MSIR, Roxanol), 144t
Morphine, sustained release (MSContin, Kadian), 144t
Morton's syndrome, 452t
Motor neuron disease, 468
Motor vehicle accidents. See also Driving
death rates, 5
recommended preventive services for, 66t
Movement disorders, 461–467
drug-induced, 466
MSAs. See Medical savings accounts
MSContin (morphine, sustained release), 144t
MSIR (morphine, immediate release), 144t
MTB. See Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Mucosal problems, oral, 323–324
Multidensity inserts for shoes, 457
Multiple myeloma, 212t, 487–488
Multiple sclerosis, 185, 186t
Multiple system atrophy, 464–465
Musculoskeletal diseases and disorders, 430–444
CAM treatment for, 81–82
diagnosis of, 430–431
exercise treatment of, 431
and incontinence, 185, 186t
malignancy, 38t
resources, 511
MUSE (medicated urethral system for erection), 421t, 422
Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), 338–339
Myelodysplastic syndromes, 475–476, 487
Myelopathy, 469
Myeloproliferative disorders, chronic, 478–479
Myelotoxicity, 483t
Myocardial infarction
ACC/AHA guidelines for coronary revascularization in treatment of, 347, 348t
ACC/AHA indications for early invasive treatment of unstable angina, 348t
acute, 38t, 347–348, 491t
coronary revascularization after, 349
non-Q-wave, 347, 348t
preventive activities for, 69t
recommended preventive services for, 66t
risk factors for coronary events after, 349, 349t
risk stratification after, 349, 349t
screening for, 69t
treatment after, 348–349
Myofascial pain, 141
Myofascial trigger points, 432
Myopathy, 470
N
Nail problems, 454–456
Narcissistic personality disorder
features of, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Narcotic analgesics, 185t
Narcotics Anonymous, 302
Nateglinide (Starlix), 387t
National Center on Elder Abuse Web site, 90
National Cholesterol Education Program Expert Panel (3rd Report) recommendations for physical activity,
58t
National Council on Aging, Inc. Nutrition Screening Initiative, 177
National Institutes of Health (NIH) guidelines regarding body size classification, 175, 175t
National Osteoporosis Foundation recommendations for BMD testing, 213
Native Americans
burning mouth syndrome in, 324
CAM use by, 81
nursing-home population, 120
Nausea and vomiting
postoperative, 104
in terminal illness, 136–137, 136t
Neck pain, 445, 449–450
assessment of, 450
causes of, 449–450
diagnostic imaging of, 450
management of, 450
Nedocromil, 328t
Neglect. See also Elder mistreatment
key indicators of, 88t
self-neglect, 89
Neoplasia, vulvar, 413
Nephritis
acute interstitial, 406
deaths due to, 5, 6t
Nephropathy, 404, 406
Nephrosis, 5, 6t
Nephrotic syndrome, 404
deaths due to, 5, 6t
Nepro, 183t
Neuralgia, post-herpetic, 315
Neurodermatitis, 311
Neuroendocrinologic theory of aging, 9t, 10
Neuroimaging, 166. See also Imaging
Neurologic diseases and disorders, 458–470
associated with incontinence, 185, 186t
CAM treatment for, 83–84
cerebrovascular disease, 5, 6t, 38t, 185, 186t, 459–461
epilepsy, 467
headaches, 461–462
motor neuron disease, 468
movement disorders, 462–467
myelopathy, 469
myopathy, 470
peripheral neuropathy, 469–470
degenerative disorders of, 38t
radiculopathy, 469
resources, 512
subdural hematoma, 461
Neurologic testing, 172
Neurontin (gabapentin), 143t
Neuropathic pain, 141
Neuropathy, peripheral, 469–470
Neuropsychiatry
diseases associated with incontinence, 185, 186t
disorders in aging adults with mental retardation, 305–306
preoperative concerns, 103
and sleep problems, 250–251
Neurosyphilis, 341–342
Niacin
drug interactions, 177t
for dyslipidemia, 351t
RDAs for persons aged 71 and older, 175t
Nifedipine, 354
NIH Stroke Scale, 114, 459, 461
Nitrates, 77t
Nitroglycerin, 347
Nociceptive pain, 141
Nodular melanoma, 318
Nodular thyroid disease, 373, 374f
Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, 487
Nonadherence to medications, 79
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
for chondrocalcinosis, 439
drug interactions, 77t
gastric complications with, 393
for gout, 438
and incontinence, 185t
kidney diseases associated with use of, 407
medications to avoid in older adults, 147
for osteoarthritis, 437
for persistent pain, 145
for rheumatoid arthritis, 440–441
risk factors for upper gastrointestinal adverse events with, 393, 393t
Nonverbal communication, cross-cultural, 52
Normal-pressure hydrocephalus
effect on incontinence, 185, 186t
interventions for, 200
Norpramin (desipramine), 143t, 275t
Norton Scale, 260
Nortriptyline (Aventyl, Pamelor), 274, 275t
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 235t
for persistent pain management, 143t
Novolin (insulin), 389t
Novolin 70/30 (isophane insulin & regular insulin), 389t
NovoLog (insulin aspart), 389t
Numeric Rating Scale for pain, 141
Nurse practitioners, health insurance coverage for, 34t
Nursing care trends, 7
Nursing-home acquired pneumonia, 336–337. See also Pneumonia
Nursing-home care, 40, 119–125
availability of, 120–121
ethics in, 29–30
fee for service, 40
financing of, 120–121
health insurance coverage for, 34t
managed care, 40
medical care issues, 122–123
medical directors of, 124
physician practice in, 123–124, 124t
placement factors, 121
population, 120
quality issues, 122
sleep in, 254
staffing patterns, 121
trends in use, 3–4
Nursing Home Compare, 40
Nutriceuticals, 72
Nutrient-drug interactions, 176, 177t
Nutrition. See also Undernutrition
assessment of, 45–46, 45t, 47, 175–177
disorders, 38t
ethical and legal issues, 179–180
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 96
intake, 176
interventions, 45–46, 45t, 92t, 178–179
malnutrition, 174–180
oral, 178–179
for prevention of pressure ulcers, 261
to reduce risk of osteoporosis, 212t
requirements, 174, 174t
resources, 512
risk factors for poor nutritional status, 176–177, 177t
screening, 45–46, 45t. 65, 66t, 175–177, 501
syndromes, 177–178
Nutrition Screening Initiative, 177
Nutritional supplements
for pressure ulcers, 266
recommendations for, 69t
Nystagmus, 165
O
OASIS. See Outcome and Assessment Information Set
Obesity, 178
activity recommendations for, 58t, 61
definition of, 65
prevalence of, 178, 178t
recommended preventive services for, 66t
screening for, 65, 66t
OBRA. See Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, 282
features of, 291, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
treatment strategies for, 284t
Obstructive nephropathy, 406
Obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic, 38t, 328–329
Obstructive sleep apnea, 329
Occlusive peripheral vascular disease, 359–360
Occult gastrointestinal bleeding, 397
Occupational therapy (OT), 34t
Office-based house-call programs, 127–128
Office visits, 45–46
Olanzapine (Zyprexa, Zyprexa Zydis)
for agitated delirium, 246, 246t
for anxiety disorders, 284
dosing and side effects, 288, 288t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 278t, 279
for Parkinson's disease and hallucinations, 289
for psychosis in dementia, 236–237, 236t
Older Americans Act, 132, 178
Older foreign-born population, 3
Olecranon bursitis, 434
Olfactory dysfunction, 324
drugs that cause, 324, 324t
nonpharmacologic causes of, 324, 325t
Omega-3-acid ethyl esters, 351t
Omega-3 fatty acids, 82t
Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987, 89, 123, 179
Oncology, 479–488. See also Cancer
Onychauxis, 454, 454f
Onychodysplasia, 453f, 454
Onychodystrophy, 453f, 454
Onychogryphosis, 454, 455f
Onycholysis, 454, 456
Onychomycosis, 454–455, 454f, 455f
Onychophosis, 454
Operative therapy. See also Perioperative care
extensive procedures unrelated to principal diagnosis, 38t
overview of, 99
Ophthalmic corticosteroids, 153
Opioids
adverse effects of, 146
barriers to using, 145–146
and delirium, 245t
dependence on, 146
for dyspnea, 138–139
for persistent pain, 145
Optic neuropathy, anterior ischemic, 152–152, 153f
Oral diseases and disorders, 319–326
cancer, 66t, 323, 324
candidiasis, 324
dental decay, 320–321, 320f
dysphagia, 181
edentulism, 66t, 321–322
mucosal problems, 323–324
Oral nutrition, 178–179
Oral tissues, 319–320, 320t
Orasone (prednisone), 143t
Oregon
adult foster care, 132
Death with Dignity Act, 28
Organic brain syndrome. See Delirium
Organic disturbances, 38t
Organic hallucinosis, 289–290
Orgaran (danaparoid), 492t
Oropharyngeal dysphagia, 182
Orthopedic disorders
of the foot, 451–453
of the mid- and forefoot, 451–453
Orthostatic hypotension, 163, 173
Orthotics, 457
for gait disorders, 201
for rehabilitation, 117, 118–119
Osmolite, 183t
Osteoarthritis, 436–437
activity recommendations for, 58t
CAM treatment for, 81–82
diagnostic criteria for, 436t
exercise treatment of, 431
of the foot, 457
Osteomalacia, 212t, 219
Osteomyelitis, 341
Osteoporosis, 210–221
activity recommendations for, 58t, 61–62
definition of, 210
diagnosis of, 212–214
epidemiology of, 210
impact of, 210
medications to prevent and treat, 215–219, 216t
pathogenesis of, 211–212
prevention of, 66t, 214–219
risk factors for, 212, 212t
sacral fractures of, 447
screening for, 67
secondary causes of, 212–213, 212t
treatment of, 214–219
vertebral compression fracture of, 446–447
Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS), 110, 125
Outpatient care, 32–36
health insurance coverage for, 34t
mental health care, 34t
of substance abuse, 302–303
Ovarian cancer screening, 71t
Overflow incontinence, 187
Overprescribing, 75, 75t
Overweight, 178t
Oxandrolone, 179
Oxazepam, 284
Oxcarbazepine, 468t
Oxidative stress theory of aging, 9–10, 9t
Oxybutynin, 190t, 191, 245t
Oxycodone, immediate release (OxyIR), 144t
Oxycodone, sustained release (OxyContin), 144t
Oxygen therapy, 138, 347
OxyIR (oxycodone, immediate release), 144t
P
PACE. See Program of All-inclusive Care of the Elderly
Pacemakers, 358
Paget's disease, 212t, 375–376
Pain
assessment, 140–142
back and neck pain, 445–451
in cognitively impaired persons, 142, 142t
definition of, 140
evaluating reports of, 431, 432f
heel and arch pain, 453
mixed or unspecified, 141
myofascial, 141
neuropathic, 141
nociceptive, 141
persistent, 58t, 140–147
phantom limb pain, 117
resources, 512–513
somatic, 141
Pain management. See also Palliative care
activity recommendations, 58t
drugs for persistent pain, 146–147
fundamental approaches to treatment, 142
narcotic analgesia, 185t
postoperative, 106
resources, 512–513
Pain maps, 141
Pain scales, 141
Palliative care, 133–140
definition of, 134
endoscopic palliation, 392
hospice, 34t, 40, 134–135, 134t
interventions that may hasten death, 27–28
for nonpain symptoms, 135–139
Palsy, progressive supranuclear, 465
Pamelor (nortriptyline), 143t, 275t
Pancreatic cancer screening, 71t
Panic attack, 281
Panic disorder, 281–282, 284t
Pantothenic acid, 175t
Pap smear, 66t, 67
Papaverine, 420, 421–422, 421t
Paranoid personality disorder
features of, 291, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Parathyroid hormone, 216t, 218
Parathyroid metabolism disorders, 373–376
Parkinson's disease, 461–464
CAM treatment for, 83
clinical features of, 463
and incontinence, 185, 186t
Parkinson's plus disease, 464–465
Paroxetine (Paxil), 235t, 274t
Passive-aggressive personality disorder
features of, 291, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Paxil (paroxetine), 274t
PC-SPES, 84–85
Pediculosis capitis, 316
Pediculosis corporis, 316
Pediculosis pubis, 316
Pedometers, 62
Pelvic examination, 410–411
Pelvic floor support disorders, 413–414
Pelvic muscle exercises, 500
for stress and mixed urge and stress incontinence, 191t, 192–193
for urge incontinence, 190t
Pelvic organ prolapse
classification of, 413, 413t
surgery for, 414
Pelvis, fracture of, 38t
Penile prosthesis, 421t, 422
Peptic ulcer disease, 393
Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy feeding, 183
Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty, 347, 348
indications for, 360
after myocardial infarction, 349
Performance-based functional assessment, 199
Periodic limb movement disorder, 252
Periodic limb movements during sleep, 252
Periodontal anatomy, 320f
Periodontal ligament, 321
Periodontitis, 321
Periodontium, 321
Perioperative care, 99–107
ACC/AHA guideline for perioperative cardiovascular evaluation for noncardiac surgery, 100
cardiovascular, 100–102, 101f, 103–104
delirium, 103, 106
endocrine abnormalities in, 105–106
gastrointestinal, 104–105, 105t
iatrogenic complications in, 103
kidney function in, 103, 104
postoperative care, 103–107
preoperative care, 100–103
respiratory, 102
Periostitis, 452t
Peripheral arterial disease, 358–360
Peripheral neuropathy, 469–470
Peripheral vascular disease
and foot, 457
occlusive, 359–360
postacute rehabilitation, 38t
Peripheral venous insufficiency, 185, 186t
Persistent pain, 140–147
activity recommendations for, 58t
assessment of, 140–141
nonopioid medication to treat, 146–147
pharmacologic therapy for, 142–145
treatment of, 142–147
Personality disorders, 290–295
classes of, 291, 292t
diagnostic challenges, 291
differential diagnosis of, 291–293
epidemiology of, 291
features of, 292t
long-term course, 293
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Pes cavus, 452t
Pes planus, 452t
Pes valgo planus, 452t
Pessaries for pelvic organ prolapse, 413–414
Phantom limb pain, 117
Pharmacodynamics
age-associated changes in, 74–75
chemotherapy issues, 483t
Pharmacokinetics
age-associated changes in, 72–74
chemotherapy issues, 483t
Pharmacotherapy, 72–80
adverse drug events, 76, 76t, 393, 393t
for agitated delirium, 246, 246t
for alcohol and drug abuse, 303
antibiotic management, 334
antiepileptic drugs, 467, 468t
for anxiety disorders, 283–284
for benign prostatic hyperplasia, 424t
for dementia, 227–229
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 234–235, 235t
for dyslipidemia, 349–350, 350t, 351t
factors associated with inappropriate prescribing or overprescribing, 75, 75t
general issues, 227–228
for hypertension, 363–365
for insomnia, 256–257, 257t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 277, 278t
for mixed urge and stress incontinence, 191t
non-insulin agents for diabetes mellitus, 386, 387t–388t
nonadherence, 79
optimizing prescribing, 75
for osteoporosis prevention and treatment, 215–219, 216t
for persistent pain, 142–145, 143t–144t, 146–147
for prevention of falls, 498
principles of prescribing, 78–79, 78t
to reduce or eliminate in management of delirium, 243–244, 245t
to reduce risk of osteoporosis, 212t
for schizophrenia and schizophrenia-like syndromes, 287–288
for sleep problems, 253–254, 256–257
for stress incontinence, 191t
suboptimal, in hospitalized patients, 92t, 95
sulfa drugs, 77t
trends in use, 7
for undernutrition syndromes, 179
for urge incontinence, 190t
Pharyngeal dysphagia, 181–182
Phenelzine, 284t
Phenobarbital, 245t, 468t
Phentolamine, 421–422
for erectile dysfunction, 421t
Phenytoin
and delirium, 245t
drug interactions, 77t
for epilepsy, 468t
nutrient interactions, 177t
Pheochromocytoma, 377t
Phobia, social, 284t
Phobic disorders, 282
Phosphate salts, 219
Phosphorus, 175t
Photoaging, 309
Photodynamic therapy, 150
Physical activity, 56–64. See also Exercise
counseling for, 66t, 68
economic effects of, 57
framework for discussions about, 62, 63f
levels in older adults, 59
preventive health effects of, 56–57
promoting, 62–64
recommendations for, 57, 58t, 59, 60, 62
risks of, 62
therapeutic effects of, 57–59
Physical assessment, 46–47
Physical disability
excess, with substance abuse, 300–301
International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) (WHO), 108, 109f
trends in, 6–7
Physical status
ASA classification of, 100, 100t
self-efficacy beliefs and, 19, 19t
social networks and, 20–21, 21t
Physical therapy, health insurance coverage for, 34t
Physician-assisted suicide, 27–28
Physicians
health insurance coverage for, 34t
home care role, 126
nursing-home care responsibilities, 123, 124t
nursing-home practice, 123–124
Pick's disease, 233
Pioglitazone (Actos), 387t
Pirbuterol, 328t
Plantar fasciitis, 452t, 453
Plaque, dental, 321
Platelets, 477–478
Pleurisy, 38t
Pneumococcal vaccination
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 96–97
recommendations for, 66t, 69
Pneumonia, 38t, 335–337
aspiration, 182
causes of, 335–336, 336f
community-acquired, 336
deaths due to, 5, 6t
hospital-acquired, 336–337
in hospitalized patients, 92t
nursing-home acquired, 336–337
and rehabilitation, 111–112, 112t
Polycarbophil (FiberCon, others), 105t
Polycythemia vera, 478
Polyethylene glycol (MiraLax), 105t
Polymyalgia rheumatica, 439
Polymyositis, 431, 443–444
Polyps, colonic, 398–399
Polysomnography, 250
Popliteal cyst, 435–436
Post-herpetic neuralgia, 315
Postacute care
health insurance coverage for, 34t
nursing-home care, 120–121
primary diagnoses for which "early" discharges from hospitals are regarded as "transfers" to, 37, 38t
Postacute rehabilitation, 37–38
fee for service, 38–39
managed care, 38
Posttraumatic stress disorder, 282–283, 284t
Postvoiding residual volume measurement, 189
Potassium, 77t, 177t
Potassium supplements, 77t
PPD skin tests, 339
PPOs. See Preferred provider organizations
Prader-Willie syndrome, 306, 306t
Pramipexole, 464
Pramlintide (Symlin), 388t
Prandin (repaglinide), 387t
Pravastatin, 351t
Pre-renal acute renal insufficiency, 405
Prealbumin, 176
Precose (acarbose), 387t
Prednisone (Deltasone, Liquid Pred, Orasone)
for headache due to giant cell (temporal) arteritis, 461
for persistent pain management, 143t
for polymyalgia rheumatica, 439
for polymyositis and dermatomyositis, 443–444
Preferred provider organizations (PPOs), 40
Pregabalin (Lyrica), 143t
Prehypertension, 361–362, 362t
Preoperative assessment and management, 100–103
Preoperative cardiac care, 100, 101f
Presbycusis, 156
Presbyesophagus, 181
Prescribing
Cascade, 76
factors associated with inappropriate prescribing or overprescribing, 75, 75t
optimizing, 75
principles of, 78–79, 78t
Prescription drugs. See Drugs; Pharmacotherapy
Pressure Sore Status Tool, 266
Pressure Ulcer Scale for Healing, 266
Pressure ulcers, 259–268
assessment of, 262–264
Braden Scale, 260
complications from, 267
control of infections in, 266–267
dressings for, 264, 265t
epidemiology of, 259–260
incidence of, 260
management of, 262–267, 263t
monitoring healing, 266
Norton Scale, 260
prevalence of, 260
prevention of, 261–262, 261t
risk-assessment scales, 260
risk factors for, 260
staging system for, 262–264, 263t
support surfaces for persons at risk for, 262, 262t
surgical repair of, 264
treatment of, 264–267
Presyncope, 164
Prevention, 64–71
aspirin therapy, 347
of atherosclerotic complications of diabetes mellitus, 385–386
atherosclerotic stroke prevention, 459–460
of delirium, 247
delivery of services, 71
of elder mistreatment, 86–87
of falls, 66t, 206–207
health insurance coverage for services, 34t
of hip fracture recurrence, 116
of microvascular complications of diabetes mellitus, 386
physical activity effects, 56–57
potentially beneficial services lacking evidence, 69, 69t
recommended services, 64–71, 66t, 69t
services not indicated in older adults, 70–71, 71t
Primidone, 245t
Private FFS plans, 41
Problem solving therapy for depression, 272, 272t
Problem substance use, 298
Progesterone, 237
Program of All-inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE), 39–40, 130
Progressive supranuclear palsy, 465
Prompted voiding, 190t, 191t
Propoxyphene (Darvon), 147
Propulsion, 196t
Prospective payment system (PPS), 39, 125
Prostaglandins, 152, 152t
Prostate cancer, 425–429
CAM treatment for, 84–85
diagnostic tests, 426
ethnic and racial differences in incidence, 481, 481t
grading, 426
hormonal therapy for, 484t
incidence and epidemiology, 425
locally advanced, 428
management of advanced disease, 429
management of localized disease, 427–428, 428t
screening for, 69t, 70, 426
staging systems for, 426–427, 427t
symptoms, 425
Prostate disease, 423–430
Prostate-specific antigen testing, 426
Prostatectomy, radical, 427–428, 428t
Prostatic hyperplasia, benign, 423–425
CAM treatment for, 84
management options for, 424, 424t
Prostatism, 423
Prostatitis, 429
Prosthesis, penile, 421t, 422
Prosthetic device infections, 340
Protein-energy undernutrition, 178
Protein needs, 174–175, 174t
Proteinuria, 402–403
Provider-sponsored organizations (PSOs), 41
Provigil (modafinil), 276t
Proxy, health care, 25
Prozac (fluoxetine), 274t
Pruritus, 313
Pseudo-addiction, 146
Pseudoclaudication, 446
Pseudogout, 438–439
Pseudomembranous colitis, 398
Psoriasis, 313–314, 314f
PSOs. See Provider-sponsored organizations
Psychiatric diseases and disorders. See also specific disorders
associated with incontinence, 185, 186t
in aging adults with mental retardation, 305–306
preoperative concerns, 103
and sleep problems, 250–251
Psychoactive medications, 229
Psychogenic dizziness, 163
Psychologic mistreatment, 88–89
Psychologic assessment, 48
Psychologic problems, 513
Psychosis
antipsychotic agents for, 236–237, 236t
in dementia, 236–237, 236t, 288–289
and incontinence, 185, 186t
Psychosocial issues, 16–22
and sleep disorders, 250–251
Psychotherapy
for anxiety disorders, 284–285
for dementia, 225
for geriatric syndrome of late-life depression, 272, 272t
Psychotic depression, 277
Psychotic disorders, 285–290
Psychotic symptoms
in delirium, 288
in dementia, 288–289
in mood disorder, 288
Psyllium (Metamucil), 105t
Pulmocare, 183t
Pulmonary alterations, age-related, 326
Pulmonary disease, 327–330
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 4, 4f, 38t, 66t, 102, 328–329
and incontinence, 185, 186t
Pulmonary embolism, 329–330
anticoagulants for prophylaxis and treatment of, 492t–493t
indications for anticoagulation in absence of active bleeding or severe bleeding risk, 491t
and rehabilitation, 112t
Pulmonary fibrosis, idiopathic, 329
Pure red cell aplasia, 475
PVD. See Peripheral vascular disease
PVR measurement. See Postvoiding residual volume measurement
Q
Quality Improvement System for Managed Care (QISMC), 41
Quality of life
assessment of, 48–49
with cancer, 485
Quality of nursing-home care, 122
Quetiapine (Seroquel)
for agitated delirium, 246, 246t
for anxiety disorders, 284
dosing and side effects, 287, 288t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 278t, 279
for Parkinson's disease and hallucinations, 289
for psychosis in dementia, 236–237, 236t
Quinolones, 77t
R
Racial differences
in cancer diagnosis and survival, 481, 481t
in cancer incidence, 481, 481t
Radiation therapy
for cancer, 484–485
external beam, 428, 428t
postoperative irradiation after lumpectomy, 485–486
for prostate cancer, 428, 428t, 429
Radical prostatectomy, 427–428, 428t
Radiculopathy, 469
Radiography, annual chest, 71t. See also Diagnostic imaging
Raloxifene, 216t
for osteoporosis prevention and treatment, 217
Rational Recovery, 302
Recommended dietary allowances for persons aged 71 and older, 175t
Red blood cell disorders, 38t
Red eye, 153
5-Reductase inhibitors, 424–425, 424t
Refludan (lepirudin), 493t
Reflux, gastroesophageal, 391–392
Refractive error, 149–150
Rehabilitation, 108–119
adaptive methods for, 117, 118–119
for amputation, 117
approaches and interventions, 113
comorbidities and, 111–113, 112t
conceptual model for, 108–109
coverage and services, 109–110
environmental modifications, 117, 118–119
fee for service, 38–39
of hearing loss, 160, 160t
of hip fracture, 115–116
low-vision, 154
mobility aids, 117–118
nursing-home care, 120–121
orthotics, 117, 118–119
outcomes, 110–111
overview of, 108
postacute, 37–38, 38–39
sites of care, 109–111
for stroke, 113–115
teams and roles, 111
Relaxation training
for anxiety disorders, 285
to improve sleep, 255, 255t
for urge incontinence, 190
REM sleep behavior disorder, 253
Remeron (mirtazapine), 276t
Reminiscence therapy for dementia, 225
Renal dialysis, 408–409
Renal insufficiency or failure
acute, 404–405
chronic, 404
Renal transplantation, 408–409
Renal tubular acidosis type IV, 401
Renal vascular disease, 406–407
Repaglinide (Prandin), 387t
Research
informed consent for, 26
using cognitively impaired persons as subjects, 26, 26t
Resident Assessment Protocols, 179
Resistance training, 59, 60
Resource utilization groups (RUGS), 38–39, 109–110
Resources, 503–514
Respiratory diseases and disorders, 326–332
antibiotic therapy for infections, 334, 335t
chronic lower respiratory disease, 5, 6t
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 38t, 328–329
and incontinence, 185, 186t
preoperative assessment and management of, 102
pulmonary disease, 185, 186t, 327–330
symptoms and complaints, 326–327
Restless legs syndrome, 252
Restraints, 30
Resveratrol, 15
Retinopathy, diabetic, 151–152, 151f
Retropulsion, 196t
Rheumatism, soft-tissue, 431–436
Rheumatoid arthritis, 437–438, 440–443
diagnostic criteria for, 440t
exercise treatment of, 431
of the foot, 457
Rheumatoid gout, 437–438
Riboflavin, 175t
Right ventricular failure, 351
Risedronate, 216, 216t
Risperidone (Risperdal, Risperdal Consta)
for agitated delirium, 246, 246t
for anxiety disorders, 284
dosing and side effects, 287–288, 288t
for mania and manic-like symptoms, 278t, 279
for psychosis in dementia, 236–237, 236t
Ritalin (methylphenidate), 276t
Rituximab, 484
Rivastigmine, 228
Role loss and acquisition, 18
Romberg test, 199
Ropinirole, 464
Rosacea, 310, 310f
Rosiglitazone (Avandia), 387t
Rosiglitazone and metformin (Avandamet), 388t
Rosuvastatin, 351t
Rotator cuff disease, 433–434
Roxanol (morphine, immediate release), 144t
RUGS. See Resource utilization groups
Rule of double effect, 27
S
S-adenosylmethionine (SAM-e), 83
Sacral fractures, osteoporotic, 447
Safety
assessment of, 48
attention to, 227
of CAM modalities, 81
Salflex (salsalate), 143t
Salicylates, 177t
Salivary function, 322–323
Salivary glands, 319–320, 320t
Salmeterol, 328t
Salsalate (Disalcid, Mono-Gesic, Salflex), 143t, 437
SAM-e, 82t
Sarcopenia, 60
Saw palmetto, 82t
Scabies, 315–316
Schizoid personality disorder
features of, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Schizophrenia and schizophrenia-like syndromes, 286–288
definition of, 286
epidemiology and clinical characteristics of, 287
treatment and management of, 287–288
Schizotypal personality disorder
features of, 292t
therapeutic strategies for, 293–295, 294t
Sciatica, 446
Scissoring, 196t
Screening, 65–68
attention examination, 241t
cancer, 482–483
for elder mistreatment, 88t
for hearing loss, 158
for hormone hypersecretion in adrenal incidentaloma, 377t
nutrition, 175–177, 501
rapid, 45–46, 45t
recommended services, 66t, 69–70, 69t
for secondary osteoporosis, 212, 212t
services not indicated in older adults, 71t
for urinary incontinence, 188t
Seborrheic dermatitis, 310
Seborrheic keratoses, 316, 316f
Section 8, Housing and Urban Development programs, 132
Sedating antidepressants, 257t
Sedative hypnotics, 185t
Seizures, 38t, 171t, 467
and rehabilitation, 112t
Selective estrogen receptor modulators, 216t, 217
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, 274tI. See also specific agents
for anxiety disorders, 283, 284t
for depression, 273–274, 276
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 235t
nutrient interactions, 177t
Selegiline, 464
Selenium, 175t
Self-efficacy beliefs, 19, 19t
Self-management support, 386–388
Self-neglect, 89
Semi-starvation, 178
Senescence
age-related changes in, 12–13, 13t
clonal, 11
DNA and gene expression during, 11–13
immune, 332
Senile chorea, 465–466
Senna (Senokot), 105t
Sensorineural hearing loss, 156, 157f
Sensory impairment
gustatory dysfunction, 324, 324t, 325t
hearing impairment, 155–162
in hospitalized patients, 92t, 94
interventions for, 92t
resources, 513–514
smell dysfunction, 324, 324t, 325t
taste dysfunction, 324, 324t, 325t
visual impairment, 149–155
Sepsis, 335
Septicemia, 5, 6t
Seroquel (quetiapine), 278t
Serotonin norepinephrine-reuptake inhibitors, 235t, 284t
Sertraline (Zoloft), 235t, 273, 274t
Sex therapy, 421t
Sexual function disorders, 415–422
female, 416–418
in men, 418, 419t
resources, 513
Sexuality
female, 416–418
male, 418–422
resources, 513
SF-36. See Short Form-36 Health Survey
Sheltered housing, 132
Shingles, 153–154, 342
SHMOs. See Social Health Maintenance Organizations
Shock, 38t
Shoes, special, 457
Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36), 48, 113
Shoulder pain
adhesive capsulitis, 434
biceps tendinitis, 433
evaluation of, 431, 432f
frozen shoulder syndrome, 434
lower cervical nerve impingement, 434
rotator cuff disease, 433–434
Sight problems. See Visual impairment
Sildenafil
for erectile dysfunction, 420–421, 421t
for female sexual dysfunction, 418
Simvastatin, 351t
Sinusitis, 4, 4f
Sir2, 15
Sirtuin-activating compounds, 15
Sjögren's disease, 442–443
Sjögren's syndrome, 442–443
Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), 34t, 109
Skin care, 261
Skin problems
breakdown, 111, 112t
cancer, 69–70, 69t, 317–319
dermatologic diseases and disorders, 309–319
infections, 334, 335t
resources, 514
skin and nails disorders, 453–456
Sleep apnea, 251–252, 329
Sleep-disordered breathing. See Sleep apnea
Sleep hygiene, 254t
Sleep problems, 249–259
age-related changes, 249–250
apnea, 215–252, 329
CAM treatment for, 83–84
in dementia, 237, 253
disorders, 250–253
epidemiology of, 249
evaluation of, 250
in hospital, 253–254
management of, 254–255
nonpharmacologic interventions for, 255–256, 255t
in nursing home, 254
periodic limb movements, 252
pharmacotherapy for, 256–257
restriction of sleep, 255, 255t
sleep-wake cycle disturbances, 252–253
Sleeping medications, 253–254, 258
Smell dysfunction, 324
drugs that cause, 324, 324t
nonpharmacologic causes of, 324, 325t
Smoking cessation
counseling for, 66t, 68
Five As approach to, 328
to reduce risk of osteoporosis, 212t
Snellen chart, 47, 66
SNFs. See Skilled nursing facilities
Social assessment, 48
Social Health Maintenance Organizations (SHMOs), 130
Social involvement, 20
Social networks, 20–21, 21t
Social phobia, 284t
Social Services Block Grant programs, 131–132
Social status, 18–19
Social support for hospitalized patients, 92t, 96
Socioeconomic status, 1–2
Sodium phosphate, 105t
Soft-tissue infections, 334, 335t
Soft-tissue rheumatism, 431–436
Sol-tabs (mirtazapine), 276t
Solar keratoses, 317
Solifenacin, 190t, 191
Somatic pain, 141
Somatoform disorders, 290, 295–297
causes, 295–296
clinical characteristics of, 295, 296t
treatment of, 296–297
Sorbitol 70%, 105t
Spasticity, 112t
Speech, 156, 158f
Spinal cord injury, 185, 186t
Spinal stenosis
and incontinence, 185, 186t
lumbar, 446
Spiritual involvement, 21, 48
Squamous cell carcinoma, 317
oral, 323–324
Squamous hyperplasia, 412
St. John's wort, 82t, 83, 276t
Staffing patterns of nursing homes, 121
Starlix (nateglinide), 387t
Stasis dermatitis, 311
Statins
for dyslipidemia, 349–350, 351t
for osteoporosis treatment, 218
Stenting, intravascular, 360
Steppage gait, 196t, 198t
Stimulants for depression, 276t
Stomach disorders, 392–394
Streptokinase (Kabikinase, Streptase), 493t
Stress
mediators, 19–20
moderators, 20–21
posttraumatic stress disorder, 282–283, 284t
Stress echocardiography, 346
Stress incontinence, 187
behavioral and pharmacologic treatments for, 191t
mixed urge and stress incontinence, 191t
surgical treatments for, 192t
treatment strategies for, 192–193
Stress testing, 346
Stress theory model, 16–17, 17f
Stressors, 17–19
Stroke
assessment of severity, 114
atherosclerotic stroke prevention, 459–460
guidelines for rehabilitation after, 114
incidence of, 459
and incontinence, 185, 186t
ischemic, 460–461
lacunar, 460
NIH Stroke Scale, 114, 459, 461
prevalence of, 4, 4f
preventive activities for, 69t
prognosis for, 459
recommended preventive services for, 66t
rehabilitation for, 113–115
Stroke Impact Scale, 113
Strontium ranelate, 218
Subacute befuddlement. See Delirium
Subclinical glucocorticoid hypersecretion, 377
Subclinical hyperthyroidism, 371
Subclinical hypothyroidism, 369, 370f
Subdural hematoma, 461
Substance abuse
alcohol abuse, 298–304
at-risk use, 298, 303
brief interventions for, 303
definitions of, 298–299
drug abuse, 298–304
excess physical disability with, 300–301
identifying disorders of, 301–302
mental health problems with, 301
outpatient management of, 302–303
risks and benefits of, 300–301
treatment of, 302–303
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 303
Substance dependence, 298
Subungual heloma, 456
Suicide, 5
physician-assisted, 27–28
Sulfa drugs, 77t
Sulfasalazine, 441
Sulfonylureas, 2nd-generation, 386, 387t
Supplemental Security Income (SSI), 131–132
Support surfaces and pressure ulcers, 262, 262t
Support systems, social, 48
Supranuclear palsy, progressive, 465
Surgery
ACC/AHA guideline for perioperative cardiovascular evaluation for noncardiac surgery, 100
for benign prostatic hyperplasia, 424t, 425
for cancer, 485
coronary artery bypass, 100, 349
hip fracture, 115
indications for anticoagulation in absence of active bleeding or severe bleeding risk, 491t
lower extremity bypass, 360
overview of operative therapy, 99
perioperative care, 99–107
postoperative delirium, 242–243
postoperative management, 103–107
preoperative assessment and management, 100–103
preoperative cardiac care, 100, 101f
for pressure ulcers, 264
for prolapse, genital, 414
for stress incontinence, 192t, 193
total hip and knee arthroplasty, 116–117
Surveillance for prostate cancer, 427–428
Suspiciousness, isolated, 289
Swallowing, 181–182
Symlin (pramlintide), 388t
Syncope, 168–173
causes of, 169, 169t
classes of, 170, 171t
evaluation of, 170–172
history, 170
natural history of, 169–170
physical examination of, 170–171
treatment of, 172–173
Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone, 376
Syphilis, 341–342
Systemic lupus erythematosus, 442
diagnostic criteria for, 442
exercise treatment of, 431
laboratory testing for, 431
T
T3 thyrotoxicosis, 371
Tacrine, 228
Tadalafil, 420–421, 421t
Tai Chi Chuan, 62, 206
Tailor's bunion, 452t
Taste dysfunction
drugs that cause, 324, 324t
nonpharmacologic causes of, 324, 325t
Teeth, 319–320, 320f, 320t
Tegretol (carbamazepine), 143t, 278t
Telemedicine, 130–131
Telomerase, 12
Telomeres, 12
Temazepam, 257t
Temporal arteritis, 439–440, 461
Temporal lobe lesions, 306, 306t
Tenosynovitis, 452t
Terbinafine, 455
Teriparatide, 216t, 218
Terminal illness
anorexia in, 137
cachexia in, 137
communicating news about, 135
constipation in, 135
cough in, 139
delirium in, 137
depression in, 137–138
diarrhea in, 137
dyspnea in, 138–139
nausea and vomiting in, 136–137, 136t
palliative care, 133–140
Terminology
foot disorders, 452t
gait abnormalities, 196t
to interpret screening and diagnostic tests, 502
preferred terms for cultural identity, 51
Testamentary competence, 24
Testosterone, 378
Testosterone supplementation, 378, 379t
for erectile dysfunction, 422
for female sexual dysfunction, 416–417, 417
Tetanus booster, 66t
Tetanus vaccination, 69
Theophylline
for asthma, 327
drug interactions, 77t
nutrient interactions, 177t
Thiamin, 175t
Thiazolidinediones
for diabetes mellitus, 386, 387t
and incontinence, 185t
Thrombin inhibitors, 493t
Thrombocythemia, essential, 478–479
Thrombolytics, 493t
Thrombopathy, 477
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, 476
Thyroid disorders, 369–373
cancer, 373
nodular, 373, 374f
screening for, 69t, 70
Thyroid-stimulating hormone, 371, 372f
Thyroiditis, 371, 372f
Thyrotoxicosis, 371
Thyroxine (T4), 369
exogenous, 371, 372f
high T4 syndrome, 371
Tiagabine, 468t
Tilt-table testing, 172
Timed Get Up and Go (TUG) test, 45t, 46–47, 199
Tinea pedis, 455f
Tinzaparin (Innohep), 492t
Tiotropium, 328t
TMP-SMX. See Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole
-Tocopherol, 175t
Toenails
disorders of the, 454–456
ingrown, 455–456
Tolterodine, 190t, 191, 192
Toothlessness, 66t, 321–322
Topiramate, 468t
Total hip and knee arthroplasty, 116–117
assessment of, 116
management of, 116–117
natural history of, 116
Toxic encephalopathy, 239
Toxic nodular goiter, 371, 372f
Toxicity
chemotherapy issues, 483t
warfarin overdose, 492t
Tracheostomy, 38t
Tramadol (Ultram), 144t, 147
Transcription factors, 12–13, 13t
Transdermal fentanyl (Duragesic), 144t
Transesophageal echocardiography, 339–340, 357
"Transfers" to postacute care, 37, 38t
Transient ischemic attacks, 66t
Transitions in care, 38t, 66t, 106–107
Transplantation, renal, 408–409
Transthoracic echocardiography, 339
Trauma, psychologic
history of traumatic experiences, 52
posttraumatic stress disorder, 282–283, 284t
Trazodone (Desyrel), 276t
for anxiety disorders, 284t
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 235t
for insomnia, 257t
for sleep disturbances, 237, 256–257
Treatment decisions, 29–30
Tremor, essential, 466–467
Trendelenburg gait, 196t, 197, 198t
Triamcinolone, 328t, 439
Triazolam, 245t, 256
Tricosal (choline magnesium trisalicylate), 143t
Tricyclic antidepressants, 274, 275t. See also specific agents
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 235t
for persistent pain, 147
for persistent pain management, 143t
Triiodothyronine (T3), 369
Triiodothyronine (T3) thyrotoxicosis, 371
Trilisate (choline magnesium trisalicylate), 143t
Trimethoprim, 177t
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX), 338
Trochanteric bursitis, 435
Trospium, 190t, 192
Truth telling, 28–29
Tube feeding, 182
Tube-feeding solutions, 182–183, 183t
Tuberculosis, 338–340
TUG test. See Timed Get Up and Go test
Turn en bloc, 196t
Two Cal HN, 183t
Tylenol (acetaminophen), 143t
Tyroxine (T4)
for hypothyroidism, 370–371
low T4 syndrome, 369
U
UI. See Urinary incontinence
Ulcers
arterial ulcers, 311–312, 312t
basal cell carcinoma, 317, 318f
peptic ulcer disease, 393
pressure ulcers, 259–268
prevalence of, 4, 4f
venous ulcers, 311–312, 312t
Ultralente (long-acting insulin), 389t
Ultram (tramadol), 144t, 147
Ultrasonography, abdominal, 66t, 67
Undernutrition, 177–178, 179, 333
Unfractionated heparin (Hep-Lock), 492t
Unstable lumbar spine, 446
Upper gastrointestinal adverse events, 393, 393t
Upper gastrointestinal bleeding, 112t
Urge incontinence, 187
behavioral and pharmacologic treatments for, 190t
mixed urge and stress incontinence, 191t
treatment strategies for, 190–192
Urinary incontinence, 184–195
age-related changes potentially resulting in, 185, 186t
assessment of, 187–190
behavioral interventions for, 188t, 499–500
comorbidities associated with, 185, 186t
evaluation of, 188t
history, 189
management of, 188t, 189–190, 499–500
medications associated with, 185t
in older persons, 185
overflow, 187
pathophysiology of, 185–187
physical examination, 189
prevalence and impact of, 184–185
and rehabilitation, 111
resources, 514
screening for, 188t
stepped approach to, 188t
stress incontinence, 187
testing for, 189
treatment strategies for, 190–194
urge incontinence, 187
Urinary tract infections, 38t, 337–338
antibiotic therapy for, 334, 335t
in men, 338
in women, 338
Urogenital atrophy, 411, 412f
Urogenital symptoms, 411
Urogynecologic disorders, 84
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) food guide pyramid, 174
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
recommendations for annual vision testing, 149
recommendations for BMD testing, 213
recommendations for counseling, 68
recommendations for physical activity, 58t, 62
recommendations for prostate cancer screening, 426
recommendations for screening, 66, 70
V
Vaccination
pneumococcal, 69
tetanus, 69
Vacuum tumescence devices, 420–421, 421t
Vaginal bleeding, postmenopausal, 414–415, 414t
Vaginal cones, 191t
Vaginal infections, 412
Vaginal prolapse, 413, 414
Valproic acid (valproate, divalproex), 277, 468t
Valvular aortic stenosis, 354–355
Valvular heart disease, 354–356
indications for anticoagulation in absence of active bleeding or severe bleeding risk, 491t
preoperative assessment and management of, 100
Vardenafil, 420–421, 421t
Varicella-zoster virus, reactivated, 342
Vascular dementia
behavioral problems in, 233
diagnostic features of, 224t
differential diagnosis of, 224
“Vascular” depression, 271
Vascular disease
cardiovascular, 344–361
cerebrovascular, 38t, 459–461
peripheral vascular, 38t, 359–360, 457
renal, 404–409
Vascular ectasia, 397
Vascular endothelial growth factor, 150–151
Vasodilators, 77t
Vasomotor symptoms, 411
Vasovagal syncope, 171t, 173
VDE. See Videofluoroscopic deglutition examination
Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL) test, 341–342
Venlafaxine, 275
for anxiety disorders, 283–284, 284t
for depressive features of behavioral disturbances in dementia, 235t
Venlafaxine (Effexor, Effexor XR), 276t
Venous disorders, 360
Venous insufficiency, peripheral, 185, 186t, 360
Venous ulcers, 311–312, 312t
Ventricular arrhythmias, 356
Verapamil, 77t, 354
Verbal Descriptor Scale, 141
Vertebral fractures
management of, 219
osteoporotic compression fractures, 446–447
prevalence of, 210
Vertebrobasilar arterial disease, 460
Vertigo, 163–164
acute attacks, 166
benign positional, 163, 166
Vestibular testing, 165–166
Vestibulopathy, chronic, 163
Veterans Affairs, Department of
guidelines for rehabilitation after stroke, 114
hearing aid benefits, 162
Vicodin (hydrocodone), 144t
Vicoprofen (hydrocodone), 144t
Videofluoroscopic deglutition examination, 182
Vision services, 34t
Vision testing, 47
rapid screening followed by assessment and management, 45–46, 45t
recommendations for, 66t, 149
Visual disorders
age-related macular degeneration, 150–151, 150f
allergic conjunctivitis, 153
anterior ischemic optic neuropathy, 152–153
cataract, 149–150
diabetic retinopathy, 151–152, 151f
dry-eye syndrome, 153, 442–443
glaucoma, 152, 152t
herpes zoster ophthalmicus, 153–154
infections, 153–154
refractive error, 149–150
Visual impairment, 149–155
definition of, 149
low-vision rehabilitation, 154
resources, 513–514
screening for, 65–66, 66t
Vitamin B1, 177t
Vitamin B2, 177t
Vitamin B6, 175t, 177t, 179
Vitamin B12, 175t, 177t, 179
Vitamin B12 deficiency, 185, 186t, 475, 476–477
Vitamin C, 175t, 177t
Vitamin D, 179
deficiency, 96, 373
drug interactions, 177t
for osteomalacia, 219
for osteoporosis, 214
RDAs for persons aged 71 and older, 175t
for vitamin-D deficiency, 373
Vitamin E, 177t, 179
Vitamin K, 177t
Vitamin supplements, 69t, 179
Volume depletion, 376
Vomiting. See Nausea and vomiting
Vulvar disorders, 411, 412–413, 412f
W
Walkers, 118
Walking exercise, 60
Warfarin overdose, 492t
Warfarin therapy, 491–492
for atrial fibrillation, 357
drug interactions, 77t
for mitral stenosis, 355
prescribing, 491
for stroke prevention, 460
Weight loss
anorexia, 137
definition of, 175
unacceptable, 179
Weight screening, 66t
Wellbutrin SR (bupropion), 276t
Wheezing, 327
WHI. See Women's Health Initiative
White-coat hypertension, 362
Whites
CAM use by, 81
cancer diagnosis and survival in, 481, 481t
cancer incidence in, 481, 481t
intracerebral hemorrhage in, 460
leading causes of death for, 5, 6t
life expectancy of, 1, 2t
multiple myeloma in, 487
nursing-home population, 120
oral cancer in, 323
perceived health of Medicare beneficiaries, 4, 5t
self-reported functional limitations of Medicare beneficiaries, 4–5, 6f
social status of, 18–19
WHO. See World Health Organization
Withholding or withdrawing therapy, 27, 331
Women
burning mouth syndrome in, 324
estrogen deficiency in, 211
gynecologic diseases and disorders, 410–415
headaches in, 461
hip and vertebral fractures in, 210
life expectancy of, 1, 2t
marital status and living arrangements of Medicare beneficiaries, 2, 3t
nursing-home population, 120
overweight and obesity among, 178t
self-reported functional limitations of Medicare beneficiaries, 4–5, 6f
sexual dysfunction in, 416–418, 417t
stroke incidence in, 459
urinary tract infection in, 338
Women's Health Initiative (WHI), 379
World Health Organization (WHO), 108, 109f
X
Xerosis, 311, 453f, 454, 454f
Z
Zaleplon, 256, 257t
Zinc, 177t, 179
Ziprasidone, 236–237, 236t
Zoledronate, 218
Zoloft (sertraline), 274t
Zolpidem
and delirium, 245t
for insomnia, 257t
for sleep disturbances, 237, 256
Zonisamide, 468t
Zyprexa (olanzapine), 278t
Zyprexa Zydis (olanzapine), 278t
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