Summary of Articles From the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society: February 2011, Volume 59

Reviewed, prepared, and submitted by Joseph G. Ouslander, MD, Executive Editor, Journal of the American Geriatrics Society

Title:
Strength Training, Walking, and Social Activity Improve Sleep in Nursing Home and Assisted Living Residents: Randomized Controlled Trial

Authors:
Richards KC, Lambert C, Beck CK, et al

Summary:



Summary of Articles From the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society: December 2010, Volume 58

Reviewed, prepared, and submitted by Joseph G. Ouslander, MD, Executive Editor, Journal of the American Geriatrics Society

Title:
Hospice Use and Outcomes in Nursing Home Residents With Advanced Dementia

Authors:
Kiely DK, Givens JL, Shaffer ML, et al

Summary:



Summary of Articles from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society: October 2010, Volume 58

Reviewed, prepared, and submitted by Joseph G. Ouslander, MD, Executive Editor, Journal of the American Geriatrics Society

Title:
Physician Consultation, Multidisciplinary Care, and 1-Year Mortality in Medicare Recipients Hospitalized with Hip and Lower Extremity Injuries

Authors:
Adams AL, Schiff M, Koepsell TD, et al

Summary:



Summary of Articles from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society: August 2010, Volume 58

Reviewed, prepared, and submitted by Joseph G. Ouslander, MD, Executive Editor, Journal of the American Geriatrics Society

Title:
Targeting and Managing Behavioral Symptoms in Individuals with Dementia: A Randomized Trial of a Nonpharmacological Intervention

Authors:
Gitlin LN, Winter L, Dennis MP, et al

Summary:



Summary of Articles from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society: June 2010, Volume 58

Reviewed, prepared, and submitted by Joseph G. Ouslander, MD, Executive Editor, Journal of the American Geriatrics Society

Title:
Randomized Trial of a Delirium Abatement Program for Postacute Skilled Nursing Facilities

Authors:
Marantonio, E; Bergmann, M; Kiely, D; et al

Summary: