Caregiver-reported use of physical restraints among community-dwelling older adults with severe dementia in Singapore.

Ellie Bostwick AndresIsha ChaudhryIshwarya BalasubramanianLouisa PocoChetna Malhotranull null

Published in: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (2024)

The pervasiveness of restraint use is concerning and suggests a lack of evidence-based guidance and support for both caregivers and healthcare providers to prevent restraint use among older adults with severe dementia cared for at home.

Keyphrases

community dwelling
mild cognitive impairment
healthcare
cognitive impairment
early onset
physical activity
stress induced
palliative care
drug induced
middle aged