Nonpharmacological Interventions Are the Most Effective for Treating Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Dementia

Clinical Quandary: Multiple complaints have been raised by staff and various family members about a long-term care resident with vascular dementia who is increasingly verbally abusive toward staff, other residents, and visitors. The resident has also begun hitting the staff when they attempt to provide daily personal care. There are multiple avenues available to address behaviors in the nursing home setting. Yet the medical director, administrator, and director of nursing must all balance an effective treatment plan with the desire to prevent staff burnout and ensure the safety of residents, visitors, and staff.

Source: Caring for the Ages - February 27, 2020 Category: Health Management Authors: Gwendolen Buhr, Milta Oyola Little Tags: Pragmatic Research Source Type: news