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Dementia : behavioural problems can be managed effectively
Author(s)Tamal De, Ajit Shah
Journal titleGeriatric Medicine, vol 28, no 6, June 1998
Pagespp 60-63
KeywordsDementia ; Behaviour disorders ; Confusion ; Diagnosis ; Drugs ; Therapeutics.
AnnotationChallenging behaviour by patients with dementia presents many difficulties to general practitioners (GPs) and family carers. These problems often have a correctable component, and do not necessarily require drug treatment. The authors advise on accurate diagnosis and successful management: GPs should involve the old age psychiatry team when problems are complex. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-980827221 A
ClassmarkEA: EP: EDC: LK7: LLD: LL

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