The neurological condition commonly known as Parkinson’s disease remains the fastest-growing disease of its kind. Cases of Parkinson’s doubled from 19...
Improving quality in long-term care facilities takes a multi-faceted approach. As CMS establishes federal quality measures, it falls to the states to...
It has been forecasted that more than 152.8 million people will be living with dementia by 2050. (Morgan AE, Mc Auley MT.) With vascular dementia acco...
An injury to the brain caused by blunt trauma or penetration of brain tissue is classified by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Str...
n an assessment of risks vs. benefits for antipsychotics, it’s important to be able to identify individuals who may be at high risk of adverse events.
New research suggests an association between the use of gabapentin and incidence of both cognitive impairment and dementia.
Experiencing some form of loss in later life is common, and many of us are not well prepared, says Daniel Heiser, PsyD, Senior Vice President, Behavio...
CMS has updated its methodology for the Long-Stay Antipsychotic Quality Measure, effective Jan. 1, 2026
Achieving clinical, regulatory, and operational success in long-term care hinges on having the right structures and processes in place.
In nursing homes, Quality Management (QM) practices are designed to promote an analytical, evidence-based model of resident care. QM empowers care tea...
Falls are common among nursing home residents, and medication review is one strategy that can help reduce the risk. About half of nursing home residen...
In dementia care, the right medications can make a difference in managing challenging behaviors. Historically, many physicians have prescribed antipsy...
