title: Theory in action. The geriatric assessment team.
abstract: The scientific principles of homeodynamics explain the older person in terms of unique wholeness; continuous interaction, and growth. Assessing the functional status of the older adult requires evaluation of both the person and the environment. Comparing the older adult to himself is often more accurate than comparing findings to so-called norms. The role of the clinical nurse specialist as a member of the geriatric assessment team is clarified when nursing actions are theory-based.
authors: K
authors: K
authors: Decker
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D005851:Geriatric Nursing; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment / Q000639:trends*; D010348:Patient Care Team; D010552:Personality Assessment