Nonpharmacologic Approaches Are Better Than Medication to Control Aggression and ...
May 15, 2020 - Nonpharmacologic approaches to agitation or aggression in patients with dementia are more effective than medication (e.g., haloperidol). Outdoor activities, multidisciplinary care, and massage and touch therapy with or without music are all effective.
American Family Physician : POEMs
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2020/0515/p631a.html
Palliative Care in Advanced Dementia - Curbside Consultation - American Family Physician
Apr 1, 2019 - What is the best way for family physicians to determine prognosis and applicability of palliative care for patients with dementia?
American Family Physician : Curbside Consultation
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2019/0401/p456.html
Some Drugs Slightly Improve Cognition in People with Dementia; Effects on Behavioral or...
Dec 1, 2020 - Some treatments can improve cognition on research scales, but daily function will not be affected in a noticeable way. Managing behavioral or psychological issues with medication is not supported by current evidence
American Family Physician : POEMs
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2020/1201/p694.html
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