Search results for "Dementia"
Antipsychotics associated with MI in older patients with treated dementia
Antipsychotics are associated with a modestly increased risk for myocardial infarction (MI) in older patients also taking cholinesterase inhibitors for dementia, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/04/03/5.htm
3 Apr 2012
Forum focuses on preventing firearm injury
During “Firearm Injury: An Escalating Health Crisis,” a panel of experts discussed what health care professionals can do to reduce the adverse impact of guns on patients' health.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/03/forum-focuses-on-preventing-firearm-injury.htm
1 Mar 2023
Risk for poor outcomes greater among disadvantaged older adults after ICU admission, study finds
Medicare/Medicaid dual-eligible patients had a 28% increased risk of disability and 9.8-fold greater odds of being diagnosed with probable dementia after an ICU stay compared to non-dual-eligible older patients.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/03/08/5.htm
8 Mar 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for fatigue
A 42-year-old woman is evaluated for several months of fatigue. She reports a normal diet and no gastrointestinal symptoms. Medical history is notable for hypothyroidism and vitiligo. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate initial diagnostic test?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/11/mksap-quiz-evaluation-for-fatigue.htm
1 Nov 2022
Free, two-minute dementia screen compares well to longer mini-assessments
MKSAP Quiz: generalized rash, facial edema, fever, and severe fatigue
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/11/16/2.htm
16 Nov 2010
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for incontinence
An 88-year-old man is evaluated for incontinence. When he needs to urinate, he is very slow getting to the bathroom. He has dementia, and he uses a walker for ambulation. Following a physical exam and urinalysis, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/03/14/3.htm
14 Mar 2023
Longer lifespans emerge in Down syndrome
Transitioning a patient with Down syndrome from a pediatric practice to an adult physician can be challenging due to a lack of willing physicians, who may not feel that they know enough to provide care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/02/longer-lifespans-emerge-in-down-syndrome.htm
1 Feb 2021
Antibiotic stewardship improved prescribing for suspected UTI in frail older adults
Inappropriate antibiotic prescribing for suspected urinary tract infections (UTIs) was reduced in practices and facilities assigned to use a decision tool instead of usual care, particularly for patients with dementia, a randomized trial in Europe found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/02/28/5.htm
28 Feb 2023
Subclinical hypothyroidism prompts personalized decisions
For diagnosing and managing subclinical hypothyroidism, clinical context such as age and symptoms matter, even in the face of an incomplete understanding of the condition.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/02/subclinical-hypothyroidism-prompts-personalized-decisions.htm
1 Feb 2021
PERSPECTIVES 4 ACPINTERNIST Major guidelines on hypertension released last ...
However, for some patients, such as thosewith dementia or those with chronic pain, rehab may not be a good fit, the experts said.Read our story on page 10 to learn
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/04/acpi-201404-puzzle_t1.pdf
25 Mar 2014