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Laboratory values in a spanish population of older adults: a comparison with reference values from younger adults
(Elsevier, 2012-01-30)
[Abstract] Objective: To examine the laboratory indices in a population aged 65 years or more and compare them
with the reference values used for young adults.
Study design: Distribution patterns of frequently used ...
Cognitive impairment as predictor of functional dependence in an elderly sample
(Elsevier, 2011-03-11)
[Abstract] This retrospective study determines the role of cognitive decline as a predictor of functional dependence.
In a representative 600 community-dwellers aged 65 or older, we examined using a logistic regression
model, ...
Effects of multisensory stimulation on a sample of institutionalized elderly people with dementia diagnosis: a controlled longitudinal trial
(Sage, 2014-03-06)
[Abstract] Long-term effects of multisensory stimulation were assessed using a ‘‘Snoezelen’’ room on older residents with dementia.
Thirty patients were randomly assigned to 3 groups: multisensory stimulation environment ...
What causes grief in dementia caregivers?
(Elsevier, 2014-06-26)
[Abstract] Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most prevalent neurodegenerative disease in the world. Most AD patients
become dependent on their relatives, i.e. family caregivers. Providing care to a person with AD ...
Predictors of caregiving satisfaction in informal caregivers of people with dementia
(Elsevier, 2015-03-14)
[Abstract] Objective. The prevalence of dementia is increasing and consequently the demands from families, institutions and healthcare system. Although a substantial amount of research on caregiving has emphasized the ...
The impact of hearing loss on language performance in older adults with different stages of cognitive function
(Dove Press, 2015-04-09)
[Abstract] Purpose. The possible relationship between audiometric hearing thresholds and cognitive performance on language tests was analyzed in a cross-sectional cohort of older adults aged ≥65 years (N=98) with different ...
Optimal nonpharmacological management of agitation in Alzheimer’s disease: challenges and solutions
(Dove Press, 2016-02-22)
[Abstract] Many patients with Alzheimer’s disease will develop agitation at later stages of
the disease, which constitutes one of the most challenging and distressing aspects of dementia.
Recently, nonpharmacological ...
Efectos del programa educativo gero-health sobre el nivel de interiorización de conocimientos de prevención y promoción de la salud en personas mayores
(Universidad de Murcia, Servicio de Publicaciones, 2013-03-20)
[Resumen] El objetivo de este artículo fue evaluar la dimensión teórico-práctica de los conocimientos adquiridos por personas mayores de 65 años, en función del sexo y el nivel educativo, durante un programa de educación ...
Efficacy of a computerized cognitive training application on cognition and depressive symptomatology in a group of healthy older adults: a randomized controlled trial
(Elsevier, 2015-08-20)
[Abstract] Objective. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a multimedia and interactive cognitive program on cognition and depressive symptomatology in healthy older adults.
Methods. Adults aged ≥65 ...