Development and validation of a geriatric knowledge test for medical students
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The reliability and validity of a geriatrics knowledge test designed for medical students is examined. The 18-item geriatrics knowledge test demonstrated good reliability and known-groups and concurrent validity.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2004
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The effects of Megestrol Acetate suspension for elderly patients with reduced appetite after hospitalization: A phase II randomized clinical trial
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A study evaluating the preliminary evidence, on the effectiveness and optimal dosage of megestrol acetate for older persons with impaired appetite after hospitalization, is presented.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2005
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The greatest lost
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Suffering of an elderly woman ailing from arthritis, is presented. Doctor's efforts to help her are also highlighted.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2006
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