Does a longer life mean a healthier life? The number of adults over 65 in the United States is growing, but many may not be aware that they are at greater risk

Completely revised with new chapters and sections covering everything the health-care provider needs to know when working with the older adult either at home or

Intro -- Foreword -- Acknowledgements -- Contents -- Part I: Nutritional Care in Geriatrics -- 1: Overview of Nutrition Care in Geriatrics and Orthogeriatrics -

Older adults are a growing demographic group in the United States, and a range of physical, social, financial, and cultural factors affect their nutritional sta