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A M Tichy

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Physical fitness in the elderly.

Through disuse and aging, many muscles and joints in the elderly lose their flexibility and range of motion. A flexibility testing bench and a stretch bench were designed for measuring flexibility and supporting a variety of exercises to combat inelasticity. Flexibility is an essential component of physical fitness, regardless of age, and fitness programs must be adapted to meet the needs of the elderly.

Aging↗

Chemotherapy: how safe for the caregiver?

Antineoplastic drugs are routinely administered by nurses in the home setting. The potential for nurse occupational exposure to these drugs is increased by an inadequate understanding of the risks inherent in administering these agents. This article addresses issues related to safe administration of these drugs in a home environment.

Antineoplastic Agents↗