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Tuesday, May 08, 2012

Is the nursing home over-medicating your loved one?

Anti-psychotics were frequently prescribed when people had dementia. For some, a light dose may have been just the right thing, but one medication doesn't suit all elder issues. Gradually, nursing homes came under more intense scrutiny about safety and most states put strict guidelines in place about hygiene, restraints and, of course, medications for the convenience of the staff.

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Posted on Tuesday, May 08, 2012 at 01:01 AM in Aging, Alzheimer's, caregiving, Family, Medication, Seniors, Tips for Caregivers |

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Individual have to care and gather all info about the medicines which are given and used by there love one's..

Posted by: online lpn programs | Tuesday, June 05, 2012 at 06:09 AM

I think that you should always monitor the medication given to your love ones who are in nursing homes.

Posted by: retirement communities new york | Thursday, May 31, 2012 at 09:24 PM

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