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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatrics
    • Quality of Life Studies
    • Medical Management

    Background:

    • Quality of life in older patients is significantly influenced by functional and support factors.
    • Integrating functional assessment into medical management is crucial for addressing patient needs.
    • Identifying and rectifying issues impacting daily functioning and independence is a key medical goal.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the importance of functional assessment in the medical management of older adults.
    • To discuss the critical factors affecting the quality of life for elderly patients.
    • To present a case study illustrating the application of functional assessment in a complex geriatric case.

    Main Methods:

    • Overview of key concerns in functional assessment for geriatric patients.
    • Discussion of support factors influencing patient independence and daily living.
    • Presentation of an illustrative case study of an 86-year-old male with multiple health issues.

    Main Results:

    • Functional assessment identifies remediable problems impacting older patients' quality of life.
    • Addressing functional deficits can improve daily functioning and promote independent living.
    • A comprehensive approach is necessary for managing older patients with multiple comorbidities.

    Conclusions:

    • Practical functional assessment is essential for effective medical management in older adults.
    • Focusing on remediable functional issues enhances patient quality of life and independence.
    • The discussed approach aids physicians in addressing complex geriatric patient needs.