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Health Maintenance CPG
Health maintenance in post-acute and long-term care (PALTC) settings incorporates systemic, proactive approaches that promote patients’ physical, emotional, psychological, cognitive, and functional integrity. Early detection and prevention of illness may reduce morbidity and mortality in the elderly. Stan...Enhancing Clinical Awareness in LTC
This program explores the prevalence, impact, and symptoms of agitation associated with dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease, specifically focusing on patients living in a long-term care setting. Participants will review the current clinical care landscape for treatment of agitation associated with dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. The program will also provide an overview of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Regulations on Antipsychotics.
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Defining and Categorizing Nonpharmacologic Interventions in the Older Population: A Systematic Review
Nonpharmacologic interventions (NPIs) constitute an important part of treatment for older adults, cover a broad and diverse range of interventions, and have advantages over pharmacologic interventions (eg, limited adverse side effects). However, an unambiguous definition of NPIs is still lacking. Defining ...December 12, 2024
Nursing Home Staff Perspectives of the Benefits and Challenges of Providing Dementia Care
To capture nursing home staff perspectives on the benefits and challenges related to caring for residents living with Alzheimer disease and other related dementias. These perspectives will inform the initial development of strategies to help with staff retention.
B94 - Medicare Skilled and Medicaid Certified Beds in Nursing Facilities
June 15, 2021
Reliability and Concurrent Validity of the SARC-F and Its Modified Versions: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Sarcopenia, being prevalent in up to 40% of older adults, is associated with adverse health outcomes. The international sarcopenia guidelines recommend screening for sarcopenia using the SARC-F. A previous meta-analysis (2017) reported poor validity of the SARC-F among community-dwelling older adults. Sinc...August 1, 2020
A Successful Diabetes Management Model of Care in Long-Term Care Facilities
The management of diabetes in long-term care (LTC) facilities requires facility staff to perform most self-care activities on the behalf of the residents. A practical model of care to improve diabetes management was developed and implemented at 6 LTC facilities in the Northeast United States between 2009 a...May 31, 2021
Chronic Care, Dementia Care Management, and Financial Considerations
The needs of persons living with Alzheimer's disease and Alzheimer's disease–related dementia (AD/ADRD) are challenged by tremendous complexity impacting both care delivery and financing. Most persons living with dementia (PLWD) also suffer from other chronic medical or mental health conditions, ...PALTconnect Live
Introducing PALTconnect Live! Exclusively for PALTmed members, PALTconnect Live is your chance to engage in dynamic, open discussions on the hottest forum topics of the month. Join us on the last Friday of every month at 1:00 PM ET to connect, share insights, and stay ahead of the conversation.
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