An analysis of an older driver evaluation program

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The aim of the study is to identify elements of an older driver evaluation program that predict driving performance in older adults. The study suggested that clinicians should employ multilevel screening processes that includes initial cognitive tests, such as the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and the Trail Making Test, Part B, although more studies of driving evaluation programs in medical settings that includes random samples of older drivers are needed.

Aged automobile drivers, Elderly drivers, Automobile drivers' tests, Driving tests

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The effect of aging on bone mineral metabolism and bone mass in Native American women

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A study showed Native American women living in rural Oklahoma experience a reduction in bone density and an increase in bone turnover after menopause. The study suggests bone mineral density in the hip and spine of Native American women may be higher, and postmenopausal rate of bone loss may be greater than in white women.

Health aspects, Bones, Bone density, Menopause, Native American women

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Validation of an instrument designed to assess medical students attitudes toward home care

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This article evaluates the validity of a survey instrument designed to measure medical student's feelings regarding home care. Findings indicate that the fourteen-item questionnaire is a valid an reliable tool for assessing medical students' attitudes following home care instruction.

Statistical Data Included, Medical students, Surveys, Medical education, Surveys (Studies), Home care

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