Underrecognition and Undertreatment of Pain and Behavioral Symptoms in End-Stage Dementia.

Related Articles Underrecognition and Undertreatment of Pain and Behavioral Symptoms in End-Stage Dementia. Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2016 Apr;33(3):276-80 Authors: Brecher DB, West TL Abstract End-stage dementia, a terminal condition, is associated with a high prevalence of physical pain and behavioral symptoms. As these patients often have a decreased ability to express their symptoms, they are often underrecognized and undertreated. This article proposes opportunities to improve patient care. The article underscores the role of assessment scales to optimize behavioral management for patients with dementia and discusses the value of pain management to improve behavioral symptoms. Additionally, a collaborative interdisciplinary…
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