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Use of Antipsychotics Among Older Residents in VA Nursing Homes

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2012

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Walid F. Gellad, Sherrie L. Aspinall, Steven M. Handler, Roslyn A. Stone, Nicholas G. Castle, Todd P. Semla, Chester B. Good, Michael J. Fine, Maurice W. Dysken, Joseph T. Hanlon
Medical Care

Abstract

Antipsychotic use is common among VA nursing home residents aged 65 and older, including those without a documented evidence-based indication for use. Further quality improvement efforts are needed to reduce potentially inappropriate antipsychotic prescribing.

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