Mastering Geriatric Medicine - Holistic Patient-Centered Evidence-Based Protocols for Managing Frailty Dementia and Multimorbidity in Geriatric Care
Hampton Dr. Harold C.
Publisher: BookRix
Summary
Are you tired of "fixing" the organ but breaking the patient?In modern medicine, we can stent a coronary artery in thirty minutes and manage heart failure with precision. Yet, we often commit the same tragedy over and over: we treat the numbers, but we lose the person.The standard medical model—designed for the robust 40-year-old—fails catastrophically when applied to the frail 85-year-old. When you treat a patient with five chronic conditions, dementia, and polypharmacy, "standard of care" can quickly become "standard of harm."There is a better way.Mastering Geriatric MedicineMastering Geriatric Medicine is not just a textbook; it is a tactical field manual for the complex reality of caring for older adults. Dr. Harold C. Hampton bridges the gap between rigid clinical guidelines and the messy, human reality of geriatric care. This book moves beyond the "what" of diagnosis to the "how" of holistic management.Designed for Physicians (MD/DO), Nurse Practitioners (NP), Physician Assistants (PA), and dedicated family caregivers, this guide provides the exact scripts, protocols, and decision-making frameworks you need to provide care that preserves dignity and function.Inside, you will discover evidence-based protocols to handle the "Geriatric Giants":The Art of Deprescribing: Learn the "Time to Benefit" calculation and use tactical protocols to safely wean patients off the "Dirty Dozen" high-risk medications (Benzos, PPIs, Statins) without causing withdrawal or family conflict.Dementia & Behavior: Stop reaching for chemical restraints. Master the DICE approach and use specific scripts to manage wandering, aggression, and "sundowning" without turning your patient into a zombie.The "2 AM Reality" Checks: Practical decision trees for when you are on call. Know exactly when to treat asymptomatic hypertension and when to leave it alone to prevent a fall.Falls & Mobility: Move beyond "mechanical fall" diagnoses. Learn to perform a Bedside Gait Lab assessment and engineer the home environment to stop the next hip fracture before it happens.The "Dwindles" & Failure to Thrive: A systematic "Teatime" assessment to uncover the reversible causes of weight loss and apathy in the elderly.End-of-Life Mastery: From the "Surge" to the "Death Rattle," learn how to manage the physiology of dying and guide families through the final vigil with compassion and authority.PLUS: Includes 5+ Exclusive Digital BonusesTo help you implement these protocols immediately, this book includes downloadable checklists and templates: Geriatric Medication Review Checklist Fall Risk Assessment Tool 2 AM Reality Check Protocol Deprescribing Cheat Sheet End-of-Life & Goals-of-Care Conversation TemplatesGeriatrics is not about curing aging. It is about optimization. It is about looking at a frail, complex human being and using science, pharmacology, and empathy to clear the path so they can live their life until the very last moment.Stop treating the chart. Start treating the person.Scroll up and click "Buy Now" to master the art and science of Geriatric Medicine today.Would you like me to optimize this copy further for Amazon SEO or adjust the tone for a specific audience?
Available since: 02/11/2026.
