• Clin Geriatr Med · Feb 2013

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    Generalized weakness in the geriatric emergency department patient: an approach to initial management.

    • Robert S Anderson and Sarah A M Hallen.
    • Department of Emergency Medicine, Maine Medical Center, Tufts University School of Medicine, Portland, 04102, USA. Robert.Anderson@tufts.edu
    • Clin Geriatr Med. 2013 Feb 1; 29 (1): 91-100.

    AbstractGeneralized 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.Copyright © 2013 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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