Generalized weakness in the geriatric emergency department patient: an approach to initial management.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-1-2013
Institution/Department
Emergency Medicine; Medical Education
Journal Title
Clinics in geriatric medicine
MeSH Headings
Aged, Aged, 80 and over, Diagnosis, Differential, Disease Management, Emergency Service, Hospital, Emergency Treatment, Geriatric Assessment, Geriatrics, Humans, Muscle Weakness
Abstract
Generalized weakness in the geriatric patient is a vexing chief compliant to address in any setting, especially in the hectic emergency department. Studies suggest that it is associated with poor outcomes, although the ideal workup is elusive. A minimum of laboratory and imaging testing is recommended with the addition of neuroimaging if focal weakness is discovered. Considering a wide differential with attention to geriatric-specific concerns is labor intensive but necessary for this presentation.
ISSN
1879-8853
First Page
91
Last Page
100
Recommended Citation
Anderson, Robert S and Hallen, Sarah A M, "Generalized weakness in the geriatric emergency department patient: an approach to initial management." (2013). MaineHealth Maine Medical Center. 2034.
https://knowledgeconnection.mainehealth.org/mmc/2034