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March 1, 2014
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JAMDA
March 1, 2014
Trichotillomania Successfully Treated With Risperidone and Naltrexone: A Geriatric Case Report
JAMDA
March 1, 2014
Efficacy of Advance Care Planning: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
To systematically review the efficacy of advance care planning (ACP) interventions in different adult patient populations.
JAMDA
March 1, 2014
A New Operational Definition of Frailty: The Frailty Trait Scale
To provide a new instrument to diagnose frailty, the Frailty Trait Scale (FTS), that allows a more precise assessment and monitoring of individuals.
JAMDA
February 25, 2014
Innovations in Hip Fracture Care: A Comparison of Geriatric Fracture Centers
JAMDA
February 21, 2014
What Should a Case-Finding Tool for Dysphagia in Long Term Care Residents With Dementia Look Like?
JAMDA
February 21, 2014
Exploring the Role of Muscle Mass, Obesity, and Age in the Relationship Between Muscle Quality and Physical Function
Divergent conclusions emerge from the literature regarding the relationship between muscle quality (defined as muscle strength per unit of muscle mass) and physical function. These contrasted results may be due to the influence of factors such as age, obesity, and muscle mass itself. Consequently, the aim ...
JAMDA
February 21, 2014
A Comparative Analysis of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessments for Nursing Home Residents Receiving Palliative Care: A Systematic Review
Nursing homes become important locations for palliative care. By means of comprehensive geriatric assessments (CGAs), an evaluation can be made of the different palliative care needs of nursing home residents. This review aims to identify all CGAs that can be used to assess palliative care needs in long-te...
JAMDA
February 21, 2014
Delirium Superimposed on Dementia Strongly Predicts Worse Outcomes in Older Rehabilitation Inpatients
Delirium superimposed on dementia (DSD) is common in many settings. Nonetheless, little is known about the association between DSD and clinical outcomes. The study aim was to evaluate the association between DSD and related adverse outcomes at discharge from rehabilitation and at 1-year follow-up in older ...
JAMDA
February 19, 2014
