Enhancing Cognitive Aging: Clinical Highlights of a Report From the Institute...
The Institute of Medicine convened a panel to develop recommendations relevant to the public health aspects of cognitive aging and define actions required to better maintain the cognitive health of...
View ArticleShould This Patient Receive Prophylactic Medication to Prevent Delirium?...
In 2015, the American Geriatrics Society released recommendations for prevention and management of postoperative delirium, based on a systematic literature review and evaluation of nonpharmacologic and...
View ArticleAntipsychotics for Preventing Delirium in Hospitalized Adults A Systematic...
Background:Delirium is an acute disorder marked by impairments in attention and cognition, caused by an underlying medical problem. Antipsychotics are used to prevent delirium, but their benefits and...
View ArticleAntipsychotics for Treating Delirium in Hospitalized Adults A Systematic Review
Background:Delirium is common in hospitalized patients and is associated with worse outcomes. Antipsychotics are commonly used; however, the associated benefits and harms are unclear.Purpose:To conduct...
View ArticleOld Habits Die Hard: Antipsychotics for Treatment of Delirium
Nikooie and colleagues systematically reviewed the evidence on treatment of delirium, particularly focusing on antipsychotics. The editorial discusses the findings, why we need to abandon old habits of...
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