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01-08-2016 | Editorial

Changes in Social Function as a Trigger to Screen for Cognitive Impairment

Authors: Rafael D. Romo, PhD, RN, PHN, Sei J. Lee, MD, MAS

Published in: Journal of General Internal Medicine | Issue 8/2016

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The onset of cognitive decline is often a tumultuous time for patients and families. Older adults, fearing a loss of independence, frequently deny they are having problems and actively hide evidence of it. This, in turn, puts patients at risk for injury from accidents. Patients and families often recognize that something is amiss, but cannot identify the problem. This uncertainty leads to conflict and stress between patients and their families, increasing caregiver burden and the potential for domestic violence. …

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Title: Changes in Social Function as a Trigger to Screen for Cognitive Impairment
Authors: Rafael D. Romo, PhD, RN, PHN
Sei J. Lee, MD, MAS
Publication date: 01-08-2016
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of General Internal Medicine / Issue 8/2016
Print ISSN: 0884-8734
Electronic ISSN: 1525-1497
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11606-016-3755-6

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