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Bipolar Disorder in Long-Term Care

09/16/2016

Jonathan T. Stewart , MD, DLFAPA, AGSF, DFAPA;

Michael J. Manasterski ;

Caroline Cruz , MD;

Christi L. Leach , MD;

Gregory A. Sullivan , MD;

William L. Whiting , DO, FAPA;

Treatment of geriatric bipolar disorder is complex and generally managed by a psychiatrist, but geriatricians and the entire SNF treatment team play important roles in managing these patients.

Treatment of geriatric bipolar...

09/16/2016

Annals of Long-Term Care

Review

Best Options for Stroke Prevention Therapy for Older Adults with Difficulty Using Warfarin

04/11/2016

Candice L. Garwood , PharmD, FCCP, BCPS;

Alex C. Chaben ;

The decision to use oral anticoagulant therapy, and the choice of treatment, should be driven by the patient’s individual risk assessment.

The decision to use oral...

04/11/2016

Annals of Long-Term Care

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An Update on Geriatric Medication Safety and Challenges Specific to the Care of Older Adults

03/14/2016

Christine Eisenhower , PharmD, BCPS;

Michael Koronkowski , PharmD;

Zachary A. Marcum , PharmD, PhD, BCPS;

An aging population, so commonly treated by clinical practitioners, is presenting new drug therapy safety challenges.

An aging population, so commonly...

03/14/2016

Annals of Long-Term Care

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Implications of Recent Drug Approvals for Older Adults

01/14/2016

Zachary A. Marcum , PharmD, PhD, BCPS;

Christine Eisenhower , PharmD, BCPS;

Michael Koronkowski , PharmD;

This article focuses on three recently approved drugs that are marketed for chronic conditions that can affect older adults.

This article focuses on three...

01/14/2016

Annals of Long-Term Care

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Applications of Nonpharmacological Management of Chronic Insomnia in Long-Term Care

12/18/2015

Juan C. Rodriguez Tapia , MD;

Joseph M. Dzierzewski , PhD;

Jennifer L. Martin , PhD;

The authors address nonpharmacological interventions for insomnia disorders in older adults residing in long-term care facilities.

The authors address...

12/18/2015

Annals of Long-Term Care

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Nonpharmacologic Management of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia in Long-Term Care Residents

11/24/2015

Angela Georgia Catic , MD;

Behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) are very common as the disease progresses.

Behavioral and psychological...

11/24/2015

Annals of Long-Term Care

Review

Statin Therapy in the Older Patient: When to Use It, What to Watch For, and When to Stop

10/28/2015

Lisa Byrd , PhD, FNP-BC, GNP-BC;

Statin medications are a very powerful group of medications that lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels and are widely used in clinical practice.

Statin medications are a very...

10/28/2015

Annals of Long-Term Care

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Reducing Aspiration Pneumonia Risk

10/28/2015

Ed Bice , MEd;

Amy Hobbs , PT, GCS;

Mark Richards , MD, PT;

This review article is focused on risk factors for aspirational pneumonia (AP) development and multidisciplinary interventions to reduce the risk for AP.

This review article is focused...

10/28/2015

Annals of Long-Term Care

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Maintaining Oral Health in Palliative Care Patients

09/23/2015

Adina C. Jucan , DDS;

Ralph H. Saunders , DDS, MS;

Palliative care dentistry is important in the healthcare of terminally ill patients as they are susceptible to oral problems that may lead to oral dysfunction.

Palliative care dentistry is...

09/23/2015

Annals of Long-Term Care

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PACE: A Model of Care for Individuals with Multiple Chronic Conditions

08/21/2015

Alex Casiano , MHA;

The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly promotes effective and efficient treatment of patients with multiple chronic conditions outside of the hospital.

The Program of All-Inclusive...

08/21/2015

Annals of Long-Term Care

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