Decreasing Neuroleptic Doses in Older Adults with Schizophrenia |
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Authors: | Elizabeth S Kinion Janis M Campbell Linda G Linc Norman Paradise |
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Institution: | (1) Center for Nursing College of Nursing, University of Akron, Akron, Ohio, 44325;(2) College of Nursing, University of Akron, Akron, Ohio, 44325;(3) College of Nursing, University of Akron, Akron, Ohio, 44325;(4) Research for Central Iowa Health System, Iowa Methodist Medical Center, DesMoines, Iowa |
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Abstract: | This prospective study of 27 older adults, residing in long-term care facilities, examined the effects of reducing neuroleptic medications to the point of controlling symptoms and reducing side effects. Schizophrenia is a challenging health care condition that leads to delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech, and a host of other symptoms. Unfortunately, medications control many of the symptoms but cause unwanted side effects unless monitored closely and regulated to each person's needs. This study addresses six research questions related to the reduction of neuroleptic medications. Study findings related to neuroleptic medication dose reduction were encouraging. Additionally, the findings strongly suggest that health care providers working with older adults with the diagnosis of schizophrenia would benefit from planned educational programs about behavior, observations, and medications. |
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Keywords: | schizophrenia neuroleptics older adults long-term care facilities health care providers |
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