Tag: Nursing Homes / Elder Care
Apathy Tied to Mortality in Nursing Home Patients
Mortality risk also increased for males, older patients
Inappropriate Med Use High in Cognitively Impaired Seniors
Prevalence of potentially inappropriate medication use higher for frail seniors with cognitive impairment
Causes of Serious Adverse Events in Nursing Homes Identified
Most serious adverse events caused by medication errors, falls, delayed or inappropriate intervention
CDC: Legionella Present in Hospital, Nursing Home Plumbing
Effective water management, sanitation programs can reduce the risk of exposure
Family Can Improve Timely Detection in Nursing Home Care
Family members notice signs of change in health and inform care staff about these changes
Drug-Resistant Bacteria Seen in Many Nursing Home Residents
More infection-prevention education and policies are needed, researcher says
Antipsychotic Medication Use Can Be Reduced in Dementia Patients
New method helps curb undesirable behavior by recognizing dementia patients' unmet needs
Hospitalizations of Nursing Home Residents Can Be Reduced
Clinical and educational interventions can reduce hospitalizations among residents in nursing facilities
Nursing Homes Rarely Use Isolation for Drug-Resistant Bugs
Locomotion and eating support are characteristics positively associated with isolation use
Laughter Is Good Medicine for Nursing Home Residents
Small study finds laughter therapy improves quality-of-life measures among residents
