Term: Geriatric Assessment

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

The process of evaluating such characteristics as a senior citizen's medical history, functional limitations, and judgment.

Related terms 

• Functional Limitations
• Functional Limitations Indicators

References 

• Shapiro E. Manitoba Health Care Studies and their Policy Implications (Report #91-04-01). Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation, 1991. [Report] (View)