Clock drawing test in very mild Alzheimer's disease
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The onset of Alzheimer's disease can be indicated simply and efficiently by the clock drawing test. Studies show that patients that made two or more errors in drawing the clock hands properly have a 100% positive predictive value for the disease, and a 51% negative predictive value. However, consistently correct placement of the clock hands does not negate the possible presence of the disease.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 1998
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Donepezil is associated with delayed nursing home placement in patients with Alzheimer's disease
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The relationship between donepezil treatment and time to nursing home placement for patients with Alzheimer's disease is assessed. Significant delays due to use of donepezil are reported by patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease in nursing home placement.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2003
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Nutritional formula improved immune profiles of seniors living in nursing homes
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The effects of experimental nutritional formula on immunity of older nursing home residents are presented.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2006
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