Although the prevention of respiratory viral infections by vaccinating nursing home (NH) residents reduces both pneumonia and death,1 vaccination coverage of both NH residents and health care professionals (HCPs) remains a challenging issue in...
This study examined the incidence of hospitalizations for urinary tract infections (UTIs) and associated factors among residents of long-term care facilities (LTCFs) during the first 12 months of their LTCF stay.
Loss of a spouse increases risk for cognitive and functional decline in older age. However, literature examining bereavement effects on cognition and daily functioning in veterans is limited. This study therefore examined differences in cognitive...
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, public debate arose regarding the proportionality of infection prevention and control (IPC) measures in nursing homes (NHs), as these measures negatively impacted residents' well-being. To be better prepared for...
To examine the relationship between hearing difficulty and aggressive behavior among adults aged ≥65 years receiving Medicaid home care services in 2 US states.
The 5-Time Chair-Stand Test (5-CST) is a widely used tool for evaluating the functional fitness of older adults.1-5 During the test, participants would rise fully to standing from a seated position with their arms crossed for 5 consecutive...
To develop 2 practice-informed conceptual frameworks for treatment-resistant neuropsychiatric symptoms (TR-NPS) in dementia—1 for community-based care and 1 for hospital-based care.
To systematically evaluate the intervention effect of serious games on upper limb motor function and activities of daily living in patients with stroke.
The study aimed to explore the association between the combination of osteoporosis and sarcopenia and the prevalence of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in Chinese community-dwelling older adults.
