Hospitalizations are bad for people with dementia, it progresses their dementia, they are not able to return to their pre-hospitalization baseline of functioning.
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- Hospital environments can be unfamiliar and overstimulating for individuals with dementia, leading to confusion and distress. - Disruption of daily routines and familiar caregivers can exacerbate cognitive decline. - Use of physical restraints or psychotropic Show more…
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