Radiology department of geriatric hospital: staff-patient interactions

Medical care organization for older patients in geriatric centers is of particular interest due to the increase proportion of older population in Russian Federation. Geriatric patients experience cognitive, neurological, sensory changes, including decreased vision, hearing, rate of reaction, as well as increased time for assimilation of new information. Patients with age-related characteristics may encounter various problems during examination in radiology departments. This article presents methodological recommendations for examination of older patients based on personal experience and analyzed literature.