Search results for "Cognitive impairment"
Discontinuing antihypertensive drugs did not appear to improve function in older patients with cognitive deficits over the short term
At 16 weeks, a greater increase in systolic and diastolic blood pressure was noted in the discontinuation group versus the continuation group, but no significant differences were seen between groups in change in overall cognition compound score.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/09/01/1.htm
1 Sep 2015
Delirium may be associated with adverse outcomes in hospitalized patients with Alzheimer's disease
Patients with Alzheimer's disease who develop delirium during hospitalization are more likely to have adverse outcomes, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/06/19/4.htm
19 Jun 2012
Many patients don't understand discharge summaries
A week after hospital discharge, even patients who claim to have understood their discharge summaries often have difficulty describing their diagnosis and follow-up plan, a recent study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/08/27/5.htm
27 Aug 2013
Intensive BP and cholesterol treatment didn't affect cognitive decline after 40 months
In patients with type 2 diabetes, intensive control of blood pressure and cholesterol did not protect against cognitive decline, a recent study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/02/11/4.htm
11 Feb 2014
DHA doesn't slow decline in mild to moderate Alzheimer's
Commercial drivers should stay off the road for a year after TIA or stroke
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/11/09/4.htm
9 Nov 2010
Geriatric conditions may be associated with increased risk for heart failure hospitalization
Certain geriatric conditions in older persons with heart failure may be modifiable risk factors for hospital admission, according to a new study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/02/05/6.htm
5 Feb 2013
MKSAP Quiz: worsening gait unsteadiness and falls
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 65-year-old man for worsening gait unsteadiness and falls.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/05/15/3.htm
15 May 2012
MKSAP Quiz: 4-month history of tremor
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 53-year-old woman with a 4-month history of tremor.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/08/07/3.htm
7 Aug 2012
Gait speed associated with survival in older adults
Colonoscopy effectively screens for both left- and right-sided colorectal cancer, study finds
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/01/11/4.htm
11 Jan 2011
MKSAP Quiz: nursing home evaluation for incontinence
A 78-year-old woman living in a nursing home is evaluated for incontinence. Over the past year, she has had progressive decline in her cognitive status and now spends most of the day in bed. She requires coaxing to join the other residents in their communal meals and requires assistance for eating and bathing. Medical history is significant for dementia and depression treated with citalopram. What is the most appropriate management of this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/05/14/3.htm
14 May 2013