Virtual visiting for older hospitalised people: the next best thing to stay connected during COVID‐19
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DOI: 10.1111/imj.14999
Abstract: Like other countries in lockdown, ‘Circuit Breaker’ measures were imposed in Singapore from 7 April until 1 June 2020. Local hospital visitation policy mandated a no-visitor rule except in certain circumstances such as critically ill… read more here.
Keywords: loved ones; older hospitalised; hospital; next best ... See more keywords
Intranasal insulin for treatment of delirium in older hospitalised patients: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-050765
Abstract: Introduction Delirium is one of the most common conditions diagnosed in hospitalised older people and is associated with numerous adverse outcomes, yet there are no proven pharmacological treatments. Recent research has identified cerebral glucose hypometabolism… read more here.
Keywords: insulin; delirium; trial; older hospitalised ... See more keywords
Relationship between Vitamin C Deficiency and Cognitive Impairment in Older Hospitalised Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study
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DOI: 10.3390/antiox11030463
Abstract: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant and facilitates neurotransmission. This study explored association between vitamin C deficiency and cognitive impairment in older hospitalised patients. This prospective study recruited 160 patients ≥ 75 years admitted under… read more here.
Keywords: vitamin deficiency; older hospitalised; impairment; cognitive impairment ... See more keywords