Patient Management

Rising Dementia Cases Demand Improved Hospital Care: Nursing Interventions Key to Better Outcomes

The global dementia population is rapidly increasing, projected to exceed 75 million by 2030. This growth emphasizes the need to improve healthcare services, particularly in…

CURATED BY: Debbie A. Gunter,
RN, FNP-BC, ACHPN

Debbie A. Gunter,

RN, FNP-BC, ACHPN
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner, Emory Healthcare

Patient Management Guidelines

A Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines

Through a literature review, authors aimed to summarize current clinical practice guidelines in the screening, testing, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of Alzheimer’s disease.

Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease

In an article, authors aimed to review the importance of early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, as well as highlighted tools that can be used in diagnosing Alzheimer's disease.

The Pharmacotherapy of Alzheimer’s Disease

In a review guideline, authors worked to categorize and summarize currently FDA-approved treatments for Alzheimer’s disease.

Articles

Global Dementia Crisis: 75% of Patients Face Behavioral Symptoms, Highlighting Need for Consistent Care Guidelines

Dementia affects 55 million people globally, with over 75% experiencing behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSDs). These symptoms contribute...

CURATED BY:
Debbie A. Gunter,
RN, FNP-BC, ACHPN

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Prevalence in Dementia

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is prevalent in the general population, with many cases undiagnosed, and it is also common among...

CURATED BY:
Eric Carlon,
APRN, PMHNP-BC

Global Study Highlights Cultural and Educational Impact on Alzheimer’s Disease Research and Understanding

This review provides an in-depth exploration of Alzheimer's disease (AD) in a global context, emphasizing the need for a cross-cultural...

CURATED BY:
Stacey Panasci,
MS, PA-C, MSCS

Systematic Review Highlights Alzheimer’s Disease as Top Neurodegenerative Disease

Authors of a comprehensive systematic review focused on Alzheimer's disease (AD) and its impact over the last decade highlight its...

CURATED BY:
Stacey Panasci,
MS, PA-C, MSCS

Study Reveals Music Therapy’s Positive Impact on Alzheimer’s Cognitive Functions

Researchers of a study evaluated the impact of music therapy on the cognitive functions of Alzheimer's disease. The research involved...