Half of older patients with dementia remain on psychotropic drugs a year after starting on them

Summary: The "Sticky" Med Trap ER visits leave seniors with risky brain meds. Antipsychotics increase falls and confusion. 51% of dementia patients are still hooked a year later. Worst hospital souvenir ever. Check their meds!

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Internal Medicine
Confusion
Emergencies
Delirium
Dementia
Cholinergic Antagonists
Antipsychotic Agents
Psychotropic Drugs