Citation

Clare D, Zink KL. Emerg. Med. Clin. North Am. 2021; 39(2): 257-271.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2021, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.emc.2021.01.002

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Geriatric trauma patients will continue to increase in prevalence as the population ages, and many specific considerations need to be made to provide appropriate care to these patients. This article outlines common presentations of trauma in geriatric patients, with consideration to baseline physiologic function and patterns of injury that may be more prevalent in geriatric populations. Additionally, the article explores specific evidence-based management practices, the significance of trauma team and geriatrician involvement, and disposition decisions.

Language: en

Keywords

Trauma; Older adult; Head injury; Fall; Hip fracture; Geriatric patient