JAMDA
February 26, 2019
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JAMDA
February 26, 2019
Patterns of Opioid Use in the 12 Months Following Geriatric Fragility Fractures: A Population-Based Cohort Study
Fractures of the hip, distal radius, and proximal humerus are common in the Medicare population. This study's objective was to characterize patterns and duration of opioid use, including regional variations in use, after both surgical and nonoperative management.
JAMDA
February 26, 2019
Fourteen-Year Trends in the Use of Psychotropic Medications, Opioids, and Other Sedatives Among Institutionalized Older People in Helsinki, Finland
The use of psychotropic drugs in long-term care (LTC) is very common, despite their known adverse effects. The prevalence of opioid use is growing among older adults. This study aimed to investigate trends in the prevalence of psychotropics, opioids, and sedative load in a LTC setting over a 14-year period...
JAMDA
February 26, 2019
Body Mass Index and 30-Day Adverse Outcomes Among Newly Admitted Residents to Skilled Nursing Facilities
To examine the association between body mass index (BMI) and outcomes, including discharge to home, hospitalization, death, or continued residence in the skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), among residents newly admitted to SNFs.
JAMDA
February 26, 2019
Antipsychotic Treatment Associated With Increased Mortality Risk in Patients With Dementia. A Registry-Based Observational Cohort Study
To assess all-cause mortality patients with dementia treated with typical and atypical antipsychotic drugs (APDs).
JAMDA
February 26, 2019
Ease of Walking on Low-Impact Flooring in Frail Older People
JAMDA
February 26, 2019
ECHO Care of the Elderly – Using Technology to Build Capacity of Primary Care Providers in Long-term Care
JAMDA
February 26, 2019
Early Implementation of Dedicated Geriatric Training for Internal Medicine Resident Physicians
JAMDA
February 26, 2019
Role of the Advanced Practitioner in the Delivery of Quality Care in the Post-Acute Care Setting
JAMDA
February 26, 2019
Nutrition Pathway for Clostridium Difficle Infection (CDI) Colitis in Long-Term Care
Tools, knowledge, and recognition to improve vaccination rates and protect residents and staff.
