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Geriatric Care
Geriatric Care
Introduction
‘Old age is a incurable
disease’
Seneca
• Economic problems
• Social problems
• Mental problems
• Physical problems
Economic problems
• Adequate nutrition
• Use of dentures if needed
• Adequate fluid intake, fresh fruits,
vegetables to alleviate constipation
• Having good sleep as sleep is very
important for mental health
• Self health monitoring and self care
Prevention of accidents