Let me start by saying this book is packed with valuable information for anyone in geriatric physical therapy or prepping for the GCS exam. The content is thorough, well-organized, and incredibly useful for daily practice. I found myself reaching for it constantly during my clinical rotations.

However, I have to address the elephant in the room - or rather, the dead animal in the pages. The book arrived looking pristine, but wow does it smell! It's like someone stored it in a musty basement next to a taxidermy project. I've tried everything from baking soda to leaving it in direct sunlight, but that funky odor just won't quit.

The other issue that bugs me (almost as much as the smell) are the typos and errors scattered throughout. For a professional reference book, finding mistakes in reference ranges and criteria tables is frustrating when you're trying to study. It makes me double-check every fact, which defeats the purpose of a quick reference guide.

Despite these quirks, I still recommend this book - just maybe buy the digital version if you're sensitive to smells! The depth of geriatric-specific knowledge outweighs these drawbacks for serious practitioners. Just be prepared to keep it in a sealed bag when not in use.