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JAMDA
April 27, 2021
Recent rampant spread of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes has highlighted the concerns around nursing homes’ ability to contain the spread of infections. The ability of nursing homes to invest in quality improvement initiatives may depend on resource availability. In this study, we sought to examine whether...
JAMDA
June 23, 2016
Delirium disproportionately affects patients with dementia and is associated with adverse outcomes. The diagnosis of delirium superimposed on dementia (DSD), however, can be challenging due to several factors, including the absence of caregivers or the severity of preexisting cognitive impairment. Altered ...
JAMDA
July 20, 2018
To identify a set of signs and symptoms most likely to indicate uncomplicated cystitis in noncatheterized nursing home residents ≥65 years of age using consensus-based methods informed by a literature review.
JAMDA
November 6, 2023
Walking speed (WS) represents an objective measure of motor function and health. We aimed to develop usual (UWS) and fast WS (FWS) norms for the general population using a regression-based approach, while considering age, sex, height, and education.
JAMDA
February 6, 2019
To identify home care clients with substantial functional deficits who had capacity to improve and, thus, for whom recovery goals should be articulated.
JAMDA
November 30, 2021
To summarize the evidence for preoperative deprescribing and its effect on postoperative outcomes in older adults undergoing surgery.
JAMDA
December 21, 2016
Innovative care environments are developed for people with dementia to encourage person-centered care. This study aims to investigate whether residents of green care farms that provide 24-hour nursing care participate more in (physical) activities and social interaction compared with residents of other nur...
JAMDA
January 18, 2025
This study aimed to evaluate the utility of electronic health record (EHR) diagnosis codes for monitoring SARS-CoV-2 infections among nursing home residents.
JAMDA
October 28, 2025
Although exercise is an appealing nonpharmacological intervention for patients with dementia, the use of specialized equipment or facility in some interventions limits its translation into community settings. However, the effectiveness of minimal equipment exercise programs is unclear. We aimed to synthesi...
JAMDA
October 29, 2025
To assess educational needs for certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), develop an adapted curriculum based on identified priorities, and evaluate its impact on CNA attitudes toward clinical care and self-care.