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This page contains a list of commonly prescribed antipsychotic (AP) drugs. Important information about AP drug use and side effects is available below the tables. Note: AP drugs are associated with significant adverse outcomes in the elderly, including heart attacks, strokes, Parkinsonism, falls, and death. First-generation 'typical' antipsychotics are an older class of antipsychotic than [...]
Dementia Care & Antipsychotic Drugging Advocacy Toolkit Dementia care is a growing concern as our population ages and more people live longer with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, particularly in nursing homes. The widespread, inappropriate use of antipsychotic drugs on people with dementia compounds these concerns. Close to 20% of nursing home [...]
LTCCC Fact Sheets provide brief summaries of relevant standards and tips on how the standards can be used to support better care and quality of life. Also included here are several FAQ Sheets with examples of Frequently Asked Questions and scenarios that residents might face in regard to a particular resident right or standard [...]
