scholarly journals Long-Term Pain Treatment Did Not Improve Sleep in Nursing Home Patients with Comorbid Dementia and Depression: A 13-Week Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kjersti M. Blytt ◽  
Bettina Husebo ◽  
Elisabeth Flo ◽  
Bjørn Bjorvatn
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Home ◽  
Pain Treatment ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Nursing Home Patients

scholarly journals Psychotropic drug use in a group of Dutch nursing home patients with dementia: many users, long-term use, but low doses

1996 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-47 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. T. C. M. Koopmans ◽  
M. A. J. H. Willekens-Bogaers ◽  
J. M. Rossum ◽  
H. J. M. Hoogen ◽  
C. Weel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Home ◽  
Drug Use ◽  
Psychotropic Drug ◽  
Low Doses ◽  
Psychotropic Drug Use ◽  
Nursing Home Patients

Long-Term Enteral Feeding of Aged Demented Nursing Home Patients

1990 ◽  
Vol 38 (11) ◽  
pp. 1195-1198 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arthur Peck ◽  
Camille E. Cohen ◽  
Michael N. Mulvihill
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Home ◽  
Enteral Feeding ◽  
Nursing Home Patients

scholarly journals A multicomponent exercise intervention to improve physical functioning, cognition and psychosocial well-being in elderly nursing home residents: a study protocol of a randomized controlled trial in the PROCARE (prevention and occupational health in long-term care) project

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas Cordes ◽  
Laura L. Bischoff ◽  
Daniel Schoene ◽  
Nadja Schott ◽  
Claudia Voelcker-Rehage ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Home ◽  
Nursing Homes ◽  
Physical Functioning ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Nursing Home Residents ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Term Care

Abstract Background Older adults, who are living in nursing homes that provide a high level of long-term nursing care, are characterized by multimorbidity and a high prevalence of dependency in activities of daily living. Results of recent studies indicate positive effects of structured exercise programs during long-term care for physical functioning, cognition, and psychosocial well-being. However, for frail elderly the evidence remains inconsistent. There are no evidence-based guidelines for exercises for nursing home residents that consider their individual deficits and capacities. Therefore, high-quality studies are required to examine the efficacy of exercise interventions for this multimorbid target group. The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility and efficacy of a multicomponent exercise intervention for nursing home residents that aims to improve physical and cognitive functioning as well as quality of life. Methods A two-arm single-blinded multicenter randomized controlled trial will be conducted, including 48 nursing homes in eight regions of Germany with an estimated sample size of 1120 individuals. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a training or a waiting time control group. For a period of 16 weeks the training group will meet twice a week for group-based sessions (45–60 min each), which will contain exercises to improve physical functioning (strength, endurance, balance, flexibility) and cognitive-motor skills (dual-task). The intervention is organized as a progressive challenge which is successively adapted to the residents’ capacities. Physical functioning, cognitive performance, and quality of life will be assessed in both study groups at baseline (pre-test), after 16-weeks (post-treatment), and after 32-weeks (retention test, intervention group only). Discussion This study will provide information about the efficacy of a multicomponent exercise program in nursing homes (performance, recruitment). Results from this trial will contribute to the evidence of multicomponent exercises, which specifically focus on cognitive-motor approaches in the maintenance of mental and physical functioning. In addition, it will help to encourage older adults to actively engage in social life. Furthermore, the findings will lead to recommendations for health promotion interventions for frail nursing home residents. Trial registration The trial was prospectively registered at DRKS.de with the registration number DRKS00014957 on October 9, 2018.

Ethics and quality care in nursing homes: Relatives’ experiences

2017 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 767-777 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rita Jakobsen ◽  
Gerd Sylvi Sellevold ◽  
Veslemøy Egede-Nissen ◽  
Venke Sørlie
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Home ◽  
Nursing Homes ◽  
Nursing Staff ◽  
Quality Care ◽  
Science Data ◽  
Data Services ◽  
Nursing Home Patients ◽  
Positive Experiences ◽  
Close Relatives

Background: A total of 71,000 people in Norway suffer from some form of dementia in 2013, of whom approximately 30,000 are in nursing homes. Several studies focus on the experiences of those who have close relatives and who are staying in a nursing home. Results show that a greater focus on cooperation between nursing staff and relatives is a central prerequisite for an increased level of care. Benefits of developing systematic collaboration practices include relief for nursing staff, less stress, and greater mutual understanding. Going through studies focusing on the experiences of nursing home patients’ relatives, negative experiences are in the majority. In this study, relatives are invited to share positive experiences regarding the care of their loved ones; a slightly different perspective, in other words. Aim: The aim of the study is to investigate relatives of persons with dementia’s experiences with quality care in nursing homes. Method: The study is a part of a larger project called Hospice values in the care for persons with dementia and is based on a qualitative design where data are generated through narrative interviews. The chosen method of analysis is the phenomenological–hermeneutical method for the study of lived experiences. Participants and research context: Participants in the project were eight relatives of persons with dementia who were living in nursing homes, long-term residences. The sampling was targeted, enrolment happened through collective invitation. All relatives interested were included. Ethical considerations: The Norwegian Regional Ethics Committee and the Norwegian Social Science Data Services approve the study. Findings: Findings show that relatives have certain expectations as to how their loved ones ought to be met and looked after at the nursing home. The results show that in those cases where the expectations were met, the relatives’ experiences were associated with engagement, inclusion and a good atmosphere. When the expectations were not met, the relatives experienced powerlessness, distrust and guilt. Discussion: The results are discussed considering the concepts of trust, power and asymmetry. Conclusion: When asked about experiences with quality care, the relatives spoke both of expectations met and of expectations not met. Results in this study are important knowledge for developing units where performing quality care is the overall aim.

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