TMF QIN Nursing Home Quality Improvement Spotlight on….

Reducing Inappropriate Use of Antipsychotic Medications – Communication

Understanding dementia residents who are unable to communicate on the same level as others can aid in the reduction of inappropriate antipsychotic use. However, meeting their needs can become challenging if their behaviors are not understood. Click on the following links to learn more.

Do You KNOW Your Residents? (video)

Managing Personality and Behavior Changes

Communication and Alzheimer’s