{"title":"Iona Murdoch","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuthor Iona Murdoch specialises in insightful works within the \u003cem\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Wellness\u003c\/em\u003e field, offering expert guidance that addresses complex medical topics with clarity and compassion. Her writing is particularly valuable for readers seeking reliable knowledge on acute health situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith titles such as \u003cstrong\u003eGeriatric Emergencies\u003c\/strong\u003e, Murdoch provides practical, evidence-based information tailored to healthcare professionals and anyone interested in the challenges of elderly care. Her books blend clinical expertise with accessible explanations, making them essential resources for understanding urgent health concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"geriatric-emergencies-by-iona-murdoch-9781118655573","title":"Geriatric Emergencies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eGeriatric Emergencies\u003c\/i\u003e is a practical guide to the common conditions affecting older patients who present in an emergency to hospital or primary care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with the essentials of history taking and clinical examination, the book covers a comprehensive range of emergencies, emphasising the different management approaches which may be required in older patients. Common geriatric presentations such as falls, delirium, and stroke are explored in detail, in addition to more diverse topics such as abdominal pain, major trauma, and head injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEthical considerations such as advanced care planning, palliative care, and capacity assessment are discussed, with practical tips on communicating with patients and their relatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eGeriatric Emergencies\u003c\/i\u003e provides concise, up-to-date guidance to the emergency management of the older patient. It is a recommended resource for all health professionals working in the acute environment, in which a large proportion of patients are aged over 65.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47995457143020,"sku":"9781118655573","price":111.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781118655573-geriatric-emergencies.jpg?v=1784895885"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/iona-murdoch.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}