Anemia in older adults.
Anemia in the older adult is associated with changes in quality of life, decreased cognition and functional ability, and an increased risk for falls, infections, morbidity, and mortality The prevalence, etiology, pathophysiology, and diagnosis of anemia in older adults are reviewed. Collaborative interventions that assist the older adult, the family, and health care professionals in its management are identified.
Lash
Ayhan Aytekin
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Northern Illinois University, School of Nursing, DeKalb, IL, USA.
Coyer
Sharon M
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D000058:Accidental Falls; D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D017677:Age Distribution; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000740:Anemia / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D003071:Cognition; D005260:Female; D015577:Geriatric Assessment; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009017:Morbidity; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D015995:Prevalence; D011788:Quality of Life; D012307:Risk Factors; D017678:Sex Distribution