Antipsychotics and Antidepressants in the Long-Term Care Setting

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Target Audience

Nurses and all other healthcare providers interested to learn about this topic

Description

Senile Dementia comes in several different forms, and there are various symptoms that are targeted for treatment. Using candor, empathy, and humor this module addresses antipsychotic and antidepressant options, their side effects, and proper monitoring for both in the long-term care setting.

Original Release Date: June 21, 2019
Review Date: April 9, 2020
Valid Thru: June 20, 2022

The following faculty member does not have significant or other financial relationships with industry/commercial supporters to disclose: Norm Masterson, PharmD

This project is/was supported by funds from the Bureau of Health Professions (BHPr), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) under grant number U1QHP28734, Carolina Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by the BHPr, HRSA, DHHS or the U.S. Government.”

“The UNC Center for Aging and Health, Carolina Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program also provided support."

Objectives

  • Name the various types of Senile Dementia.
  • Name the various symptoms targeted for treatment.
  • Discuss antipsychotic options, side effects, and proper monitoring.
  • Discuss antidepressant options, side effects, and proper monitoring.
  • Discuss the regulatory issues of psychotropic medications in the Long-Term Care Setting.

Contact

Melanie Caughron

Electives

Status
Closed
Presenter(s)
Norman Masterson PharmD
Date(s)
Apr 9, 2020 - Jun 20, 2022
Credit
0.10 - CEU
1.00 - Contact Hours
Location
Online Learning
Details
Status
Closed
Date(s)
Apr 9, 2020 - Jun 20, 2022
Location
Online Learning
Fees
$0.00
Credits
0.10
CEU
1.00
Contact Hours