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.

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Science & research, Research and Testing Services, Geriatric Research, Health aspects, Research, Automobile driving, Motor vehicle driving, Aged patients, Elderly patients

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Medical management of advanced dementia

Article Abstract:

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.

Care and treatment, Usage, Dementia, Nursing home care, Mentally ill aged, Mentally ill elderly

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