Generalized weakness in the geriatric emergency department patient: an approach to initial management.
Clin Geriatr Med. 2013 Feb;29(1):91-100
Authors: Anderson RS, Hallen SA
Abstract
Generalized 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.
PMID: 23177602 [PubMed - in process]