JAMDA
October 24, 2015
Showing 6131 - 6140 of 7343 results
JAMDA
October 21, 2015
Motoric Cognitive Risk Syndrome: Prevalence and Risk Factors in Japanese Seniors
Motoric cognitive syndrome (MCR), a newly described predementia syndrome characterized by cognitive complaints and slow gait, is associated with increased risk of developing dementia. Due to the potential differences in health, behavioral, and lifestyle factors between races that can influence dementia ris...
JAMDA
October 20, 2015
Operational Definition of Active and Healthy Aging (AHA): The European Innovation Partnership (EIP) on AHA Reference Site Questionnaire: Montpellier October 20–21, 2014, Lisbon July 2, 2015
A core operational definition of active and healthy aging (AHA) is needed to conduct comparisons. A conceptual AHA framework proposed by the European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing Reference Site Network includes several items such as functioning (individual capability and underlying b...
JAMDA
October 9, 2015
A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Discontinuation Study of Cholinesterase Inhibitors in Institutionalized Patients With Moderate to Severe Alzheimer Disease
Cholinesterase inhibitors (ChEIs) offer modest benefits in Alzheimer disease (AD), which must be balanced against risks. Relatively few data delineate the benefits and risks of long-term ChEI administration in institutionalized patients with advanced AD. This study investigated the effects of ChEI disconti...
JAMDA
October 9, 2015
Social Frailty in Community-Dwelling Older Adults as a Risk Factor for Disability
To determine social frailty status using simple questions and to examine the association between social frailty and disability onset among community-dwelling older adults.
JAMDA
October 9, 2015
Examining Time Use of Dutch Nursing Staff in Long-Term Institutional Care: A Time-Motion Study
Increasing residents' acuity levels and available resources in long-term institutional care requires insight into the care provided by nursing staff so as to guide task allocation and optimal use of resources, and enhance quality of care. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship betwe...
JAMDA
October 8, 2015
The Association of Cardiovascular Disorders and Falls: A Systematic Review
Cardiovascular disorders are recognized as risk factors for falls in older adults. The aim of this systematic review was to identify cardiovascular disorders that are associated with falls, thus providing angles for optimization of fall-preventive care.
JAMDA
October 3, 2015
Sex in Nursing Homes: A Survey of Nursing Home Policies Governing Resident Sexual Activity
To identify nursing home (NH) standards related to sexual activity and sexual relationships for residents through a nationwide survey of directors of nursing (DONs).
JAMDA
October 1, 2015
Psychoimmunology and Aging: A Tribute to George Freeman Solomon
JAMDA
October 1, 2015
An Administrator's Perspective on the Organization of Physical Activity for Older Adults in Long-Term Care Facilities
The positive influence of physical activity (PA) on health is well documented. Even at old age, PA remains useful but participation in PA decreases with age. In long-term care facilities (LTCFs), PA appears to be reduced to a bare minimum. Because administrators have a key role in developing the care polic...
Tools, knowledge, and recognition to improve vaccination rates and protect residents and staff.
