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Alvin Holm, Matthew Michel, Greg A. Stern, Tsui-Min Hung, Theresa Klein, Linda Flaherty, Sara Michel, Gabe Maletta, The Outcomes of an Inpatient Treatment Program for Geriatric Patients With Dementia and Dysfunctional Behaviors, The Gerontologist, Volume 39, Issue 6, December 1999, Pages 668–676, https://doi.org/10.1093/geront/39.6.668
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Abstract
This study evaluated outcomes of an inpatient program designed to reduce severe agitated behavior in geriatric patients with dementia who could not be successfully treated on an outpatient basis. An individualized treatment plan was created for each patient (N = 250) that involved pharmacological and nonpharmacological interventions with behavioral, environmental, and psychological components. Assessment of behavioral, cognitive, and functional status was conducted for each patient on admission to the program and at discharge. Significant improvements on these assessments were observed. We conclude that the longitudinal, multidisciplinary approach used in this study was effective in significantly reducing intrusive and dangerous behaviors while preserving or enhancing patients' cognitive and functional abilities.