Longitudinal driving performance in early-stage dementia of the Alzheimer type
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A prospective longitudinal study is undertaken to assess on-road driving performance in healthy older adults and those with early stage dementia of the Alzheimer type (DAT). Findings indicate a decline in the driving performance over time and support the need for revaluation of individuals with very mild and mild DAT.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2003
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Medical management of advanced dementia
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Pharmacological and nursing home care of patients with advanced dementia are described. Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors are suggests to help cognition and psychotropic medications are suggested to control behavior problems. Use of both medications and the presence of a caregiver may delay nursing home admission.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2003
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