Erschienen in:
31.05.2016 | Editorial
Changes in Social Function as a Trigger to Screen for Cognitive Impairment
verfasst von:
Rafael D. Romo, PhD, RN, PHN, Sei J. Lee, MD, MAS
Erschienen in:
Journal of General Internal Medicine
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Ausgabe 8/2016
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Excerpt
The onset of cognitive decline is often a tumultuous time for patients and families. Older adults, fearing a loss of independence, frequently deny they are having problems and actively hide evidence of it. This, in turn, puts patients at risk for injury from accidents. Patients and families often recognize that something is amiss, but cannot identify the problem. This uncertainty leads to conflict and stress between patients and their families, increasing caregiver burden and the potential for domestic violence. …