JAMDA
January 10, 2019
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JAMDA
April 28, 2015
The Mortality Risk of Conventional Antipsychotics in Elderly Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trials
Numerous observational studies have reported an increased risk of mortality for conventional antipsychotics in elderly patients, and for haloperidol in particular. Subsequently, health authorities have warned against use of conventional antipsychotics in dementia. Experimental evidence is lacking.
JAMDA
September 23, 2019
Optimizing Prescribing of Antipsychotics in Long-Term Care (OPAL): A Stepped-Wedge Trial
Inappropriate antipsychotic prescribing is a key quality indicator by which clinical outcomes might be monitored and improved in long-term care (LTC), but limited evidence exists on the most effective strategies for reducing inappropriate antipsychotic use.
JAMDA
May 22, 2023
Factors Associated With Benzodiazepine and Antipsychotic Prescribing in Hospice: A Qualitative Study of Hospice Prescribers
Benzodiazepine and antipsychotic medications are common components of the hospice toolkit and are routinely prescribed for behavioral symptom management at end of life. These medications have significant associated risks but, despite their frequent use, little is known about how clinicians weigh prescribin...
JAMDA
February 7, 2014
Reduction of Antibiotic Starts for Asymptomatic Bacteriauria in Skilled Nursing Facilities
JAMDA
February 26, 2019
Fall Reduction Program in a Skilled Nursing Facility: a Multidisciplinary Approach
Caring for the Ages
June 4, 2019
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Fall Reduction in a Skilled Nursing Facility Wins the Howard Guterman Best Poster Award
Caring for the Ages
March 31, 2017
Use of Antipsychotics Does Not Reduce Delirium Symptom Scores
JAMDA
February 7, 2014
Reducing Inappropriate Use of Antipsychotics in Long Term Care Residents
JAMDA
February 25, 2016