Care over an extended period, usually for a chronic condition or disability, requiring periodic, intermittent, or continuous care.
Care, Long-Term,Long Term Care
D005853
Geriatrics
The branch of medicine concerned with the physiological and pathological aspects of the aged, including the clinical problems of senescence and senility.
Gerontology
D006801
Humans
Members of the species Homo sapiens.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000368
Aged
A person 65 years of age or older. For a person older than 79 years, AGED, 80 AND OVER is available.
Elderly
D012866
Skilled Nursing Facilities
Extended care facilities which provide skilled nursing care or rehabilitation services for inpatients on a daily basis.