Scaling ADLs within the MDS

Article Abstract:

Methods for determining an aged person's dependency in activities of daily living or ADLs is presented, based on the data listed in the Minimum Data Set. Revised scales are detailed that can be used by medical professionals to classify the dependency status of elderly persons in nursing homes.

Statistical Data Included, Measurement, Information services, Nursing homes, Gerontology, Self-care, Health, Self care (Health)

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Insomnia and hypnotic use, recorded in the minimum data set, as predictors of falls and hip fractures in Michigan nursing homes

Article Abstract:

A study examining, the relationship between insomnia, hypnotic use, falls and hip fractures in older people, aged 65 and older, staying in nursing homes in Michigan, and as recorded in the Minimum Data Set, is presented.

Michigan, Causes of, Complications and side effects, Falls (Accidents), Accidental falls, Hip joint, Hip fractures, Sedatives, Hypnotics and sedatives, Hypnotics

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The effect of insomnia definitions, terminology, and classifications on clinical practice

Article Abstract:

A study of the risk factors leading to insomnia and the need to review the existing definitions of sleep disorders are discussed.

Diagnosis

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