Search results for "Dementia"
Hospital mobility program led to better mobility after discharge, study shows
Mobility program participants received support from a trained research assistant, who helped them set daily goals and incrementally progress to full ambulation, as tolerated.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2016/06/08/4.htm
8 Jun 2016
Cases from Yale-New Haven Hospital: Trainee Edition
Leukocytoclastic vasculitis associated with cocaine abuse, the Sister Mary Joseph nodule as presentation of advanced malignant peritoneal mesothelioma, and other cases are discussed.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2013/05/bc.htm
15 May 2013
New warning about fluoroquinolones
Details on the latest recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2016/07/fda.htm
15 Jul 2016
Higher Framingham scores predict cognitive decline
The Framingham vascular risk scores may be better at predicting cognitive decline in late middle age patients than a score specifically designed to predict dementia, a recent study found.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2013/04/03/3.htm
3 Apr 2013
Extended-release metformin recalled due to impurity
Recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2020/07/fda-update-extended-release-metformin-recalled-due-to-impurity.htm
15 Jul 2020
4 concepts can help bolster age-friendly care
Learn the four principles: Medication, Mentation, Mobility, and What Matters.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2020/03/4-concepts-can-help-bolster-age-friendly-care.htm
15 Mar 2020
3-minute assessment for CAM-defined delirium may improve diagnosis
A 3-minute assessment for delirium as defined by the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) may help improve recognition of the disorder, according to a new study.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2014/10/22/4.htm
22 Oct 2014
For delirium, manage environment as well as meds
Providing adequate lighting and reducing clutter are two examples.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2018/07/for-delirium-manage-environment-as-well-as-meds.htm
15 Jul 2018
Documentation for psychiatric disorders
Coding visits for patients with depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2014/10/coding.htm
15 Oct 2014
Studies raise questions about decisions to implant, replace cardiac devices
Two new research letters raise questions about the decision-making process for placing new implantable cardio-defibrillators (ICDs), as well as replacing existing ICDs.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2014/08/06/3.htm
6 Aug 2014