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Medical Issues for Adults with Mental Retardation & Developmental Disabilities
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"As much as possible, they (physicians) need to be encouraged to provide
the same extent of care they would provide someone without a disability."
– Carl V. Tyler, M.D.
What should a visit to a primary care physician accomplish for an adult with a developmental disability? Can most doctors be expected to spot common health problems? How can a support person or case manager help the doctor accurately diagnose a patient who has significant communication issues?
In this helpful manual, Dr. Tyler offers the reader:
- Descriptions of common health care needs of this population
- Tips for working with physicians
- Warnings about issues such as under-recognized health problems and adverse drug reactions
- Guidelines for screenings
- Checklists for preventative health care
- A list of resources to contact for more information
- A glossary of medical terms.
| Price: | $10.95 |
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| Format: | spiral-bound |
| Pages: | 62 |
| ISBN: | 978-1-892696-05-2 |
| Order number: | HTM1 |
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